Unknowns often make us uncomfortable. Yet they’re a big part of life. Learning to accept that we can’t control and plan everything that happens to us or to those we love, is necessary if we want to experience the peace that God has for us. We can rest in the promises of God’s Word, trusting it when it says,
Read moreThe Most Effective Way to Love Your Spouse Better
The more we love God, the better we are at loving people. Our individual relationship with God needs to take priority over our relationships with each other- even our spouse.
Read moreBiblical Hospitality: 4 Basic Needs (and how to help)
For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.’ Then the righteous will answer him, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you drink? And when did we see you a stranger and welcome you, or naked and clothe you? And when did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?’ And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me. -Mathew 25:35-40
The Bible verse above, from Mathew, is a practical “how-to” of hospitality. I see four basic human needs that are directly addressed in this passage: food, clothing, shelter, and companionship.
Read more6 Truths About Biblical Hospitality
Hospitality is a topic that is near and dear to my heart. I love inviting people into my home. I enjoy menu planning and decorating. I love eating good food…and my husband is a great cook (we make a good team on that front).
When we provide hospitality, we’re providing for the practical needs of others and showing love.
Read moreWhat the Psalms Teach About Trusting God
The Psalms were created for worship. They’re a collection of songs and poems that demonstrate a full range of honest emotions and show what a relationship with God looks like. Most, but not all, of the Psalms, were written by David. We can learn a lot about the attributes of God from these verses
Read more9 Ways to Extend Grace to Others
Showing grace to others is about showing kindness even when they don’t deserve it. God has shown such grace to us. We, in turn, are asked to show grace to each other. Here are nine ways to extend grace to others.
Read more10 Favorite Quotes on Grace
Grace. Unmerited favor from God, all because of Jesus Christ. It's a word I love to think about. I've combined some of my favorite quotes on the topic of grace with some photos I took last week. Enjoy!
Read more10 Great Books to Encourage Your Christian Faith
Do you love to read? I sure do. I don't have as much time as I'd like to have for reading- so I'm picky about the books that I choose. I love a great novel that makes me think, something I can get lost in, and I enjoy a light beach read, when the time is right. But most often, the books I gravitate towards are the ones that can teach me something (and get straight to the point), books that make good use limited precious time.
The following list of books that I've compiled were chosen with three criteria:
- I've read them (and wholeheartedly recommend them)
- They encouraged me in my Christian faith (and I believe they'll encourage you)
- They offer solid, no-nonsense, Biblical teaching in a compelling manner.
The Miracle of Reconciliation- and How Love Makes it Possible
I had the great privilege of listening to Dr. John Perkins speak last Sunday. His message was so good, that I couldn’t keep it to myself. I had to share some of his story and some of the highlights of his talk with you.
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