Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.... Hebrews 12:28
When I was a girl, I was awestruck with David Cassidy. If you’re my age you remember The Partridge Family. Along with every other girl, I thought I was going to marry him. Then I met Tim. As little girls, weve all been in awe of someone or something-good or bad. I am sure you have someone in mind...Therefore stand in awe of God. Ecclesiastes 5:7b
When singing during worship time at church, have you ever felt like you were performing for a Lip Sync Contest? Mouthing the words. Reciting the prayers. But no aspect of awe and wonder. No feeling of adoration toward an Almighty God. No desire to lift a hand in thanksgiving to the one and only...In everything set them an example by doing what is good. Titus 2:7
You had an influence on someone today. What message did they get from you? Better yet, how would they describe you today?! Whether we realize it or not, we are an influence in other peoples lives. Sometimes we intentionally choose to influence others, sometimes we are completely unaware of it. We...May the Lord make your love increase and overflow. 1 Thessalonians 3:12
Did you play house when you were little? Did you ever play the role of Mom? For many of us, God has allowed that wonderful dream to come true. Living out that dream requires a lot of love. A mothers love is a reflection of the love God gives to His children, and all mothers need to be a shining...Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord. Hebrews 12:14 NKJV
As women, we want to be pursued... to be desired, cherished, adored and loved in relationships. However, relationships can be rather challenging. And, we may have unrealistic expectations that are hard to fill. Pursuing a relationship with God will always bring fulfillment. Isn’t it interesting...The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing. Zephaniah 3:17
When do you experience joy? Are your times of joy most intense during health and prosperity when all is well? Maybe your wedding day. Christmas morning. Your childs first day of school. For most, these are some of the days, and even seasons, in our lives when joy is experienced the most. Everything...Moses father-in-law replied, What you are doing is not good. You and these people who come to you will only wear yourselves out. The work is too heavy for you; you cannot handle it alone. Exodus 18:17-18
Admit it-as a society were overloaded and stressed out most of the time. The pace and pressure of our day piles up and affects our physical, emotional, and mental health. It distorts our attitudes at work, home, and even in our ministries. Pushed to the limit, we become exhausted and, ultimately,...Daughter, you took a risk of faith, and now you’re healed and whole. Live well, live blessed! Be healed of your plague. Mark 5:34 MSG
Desperate. Penniless. Hopeless. One of the most inspiring stories in the Bible is about a woman who hemorrhaged for 12 years (Mark 5:25-34). Though we don’t know her name or her circumstances, we do learn enough to sympathize with her condition. She lives a life longing for peace, contentment and...My grace is enough; its all you need. My strength comes into its own in your weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9 MSG
Ever try to divide your time and attention evenly and fairly among family, friends, deadlines, expectations, work demands and church obligations? Life gets difficult real fast. But you can manage it, and you can be set apart by understanding this one principle: God is enough. Understand it. And...And I will teach you the way that is good and right. 1 Samuel 12:20-24
Both of our children, Megan and Zach, played sports growing up. Whether it is sports, music, or ballet, every Mom knows the value of a good coach. And every Mom and Dad in the world knows the impact of a bad coach. Stand on the sidelines of any game and you will hear the outcry of the parents....I have it all planned out-plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for. Jeremiah 29.11 MSG
God has a plan for your life. Yes-your life and mine. The tragedy is that we often are too busy-too preoccupied-to hear Him or see His work in our lives. If you slow down and begin to see Him and spend more time with Him, youll see how God gently takes us by the hand and leads us, a little at a...God wants us to grow up, to know the whole truth and tell it in love-like Christ in everything. Ephesians 4:15 MSG
As a teen, I couldn’t wait to grow up and go to college. Growing up and growing older seem like such easy things to do when you’re young. Ask any child and theyll tell you they want to get big, grow up, and be older. However, as we grow into adulthood, we find that growing and changing can...
