Jesus’ words are clear: “in this world you will have trouble” (John 16:33). We expect it. Often, though, we wish that "you" wasn't so all-inclusive. It can be harder to watch those we love struggle than it is to suffer ourselves. We don’t always know how to help. During the holiday season of 2020, this is something that might be particularly true, as many of us won't be gathering and spending time together the way we're used to. Whether we're in person or on a call, here are several ways God's Continue Reading
Sincere ThanksGiving Through ThanksLiving {Recharge Wednesday LINKUP}
Every year, I look forward to November’s main holiday, Thanksgiving. But I really desire to live a life of ThanksGiving to God by ThanksLiving for Him year-round. Although Christmas is one of my favorite holidays, I enjoy celebrating the time set aside for giving thanks. Maybe you’re one of those people who already has your home Christmas-ready. That’s awesome for you. I say, To each her own. Yet, it’s not my cup of tea. Not even holiday spiced tea. For me, I like both feet firmly Continue Reading
Beware! Halloween Candy on Sale This Week {Recharge Wednesday LINKUP}
Halloween candy is on sale this week. But before you snatch up your favorite treat, don’t let temptation trick you. We’ve given Eve a hard time for eating the forbidden fruit, but if it smelled like chocolate, I understand. Somebody knew women who like pottery, love chocolate and placed my favorite bar among housewares. I picked up the 14.1-ounce Swiss Toblerone bar and remembered its smooth taste. “I’ll buy it for you,” my friend said. “No, thank you!” I said and dropped it. But Continue Reading
Lord, Help My Countenance!
Sometimes all our favorite coping mechanisms fail us. Sometimes clearing our heads just makes the clutter in our hearts stand out more. Sometimes it’s not a matter of unbelief or challenging circumstances. Call it hormones. Label it mood. The fact is, sometimes despite what we believe, we just aren’t “feeling” it. While there are many ways to help get the truth from our heads to our hearts, I’ve found sometimes hearts are just tired. We get worn out. Weariness settles in. As with Continue Reading
7 Promises for Walking in Biblical Humility {Recharge Wednesday LINKUP}
Humility. A characteristic missing from a “me” culture. A trait often overlooked when climbing the corporate ladder—any ladder going to the top. And a powerful attribute underestimated for leaders in ministry, coaching, business and more. It’s usually misunderstood in our present world. Even tossed to the side. But God calls His people to put on, walk in and practice humility in every area of our lives. Because even becoming Christ-followers starts with humbling ourselves enough to Continue Reading
Does My Time With God Have to Look Like Yours? {Recharge Wednesday LINKUP}
“What did you want to be when you grew up?” our small group leader asked. One by one, people offered sensible vocations. “From the time I was a boy, I wanted to be an eye doctor,” my optometrist said. “I wanted to be a preacher and pound the pulpit,” a Christian worker chuckled. The leader turned to me since I was the only one who hadn’t answered. I couldn’t recall one serious aspiration and couldn’t bring myself to admit I’d wanted to fly like Peter Pan or ride horses and catch bad guys Continue Reading
