We have an enemy. He likes to pervert truth. He is the master of deception. There will be times on our journey Home when we walk through the valley of the shadow of death. But God. ❤️ His Spirit, His Light, His Truth... He pierces through the darkness, through the shadows. You may feel isolated … Continue reading Shadows
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Commit
I’m a huge fan of Christine Caine’s daily emails, First Things First. I love waking up to a verse and quick word of encouragement before I face the morning cold. Today’s Scripture was Psalm 37:5-6, and the word “commit” jumped off the screen into my spirit. Christine wrote, “There is power in commitment, and when … Continue reading Commit
Fighting the Good Fight
"Fight the good fight of faith." - 1 Timothy 6:12 Paul's words to Timothy have been running through my mind as I question and wonder and wait, trusting God's timing and sinking my roots deeper in Him. We are called to fight the good fight of faith. This action word for fight in the Greek … Continue reading Fighting the Good Fight
All Things
Sometimes the rain falls, the discouragement is real, and the lies get loud. In these moments, if we'll choose to lean into God, we can hear His whispers of truth that breathe life into our brokenness and make us bold again. I was in that place Sunday morning, at church... overwhelmed, worried, anxious. God gently … Continue reading All Things
What To Do With A Downcast Soul
When your soul is disturbed and in despair, I'm here to tell you: you don't have to stay there. It often seems easier, and sometimes we want to, but it's definitely not better to. Jesus came that we may have life, abundant life; let's not sit back while the enemy tries to steal, kill, and … Continue reading What To Do With A Downcast Soul
The Prodigal Daughter
I'm the prodigal daughter. You wait for me to come home. I might not have gone as far as last time. Been gone as long. Spent as much money. But all the moments I spend away from You add up, collecting dust. And still, You wait for me to come home. Back into Your presence. … Continue reading The Prodigal Daughter
Times of Refreshing
We are officially Pennsylvania residents!! It has been quite the journey to get to this place... lots of trusting, lots of waiting. The trek itself across the country was probably the hardest thing I've ever done. Traveling 15+ hours everyday for 5 days straight with three of my kids (one of whom gets carsick)... Our first … Continue reading Times of Refreshing
My Race to Run 