Lessons Learned from a Starfish
Jesus alone is our Anchor in life’s storms. Let’s hang on tightly to Him so that His sweet presence will draw us from darkness into the light of hope.
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Giving Thanks for Canceled Flights and Bedbugs?
Giving thanks shifts our focus from our circumstances to the God who rules over them. It sets our mind to rest and frees us to see what God does on our behalf.
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It’s True – God is Out to Get You
Focusing on fears about God’s intentions leads to the belief that He’s out to get us. Ironically, He is. But not in a negative sense.
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The Key to Personal Transformation
God is all about our becoming new creatures, and that happens when He changes our minds, bringing our thoughts into alignment with His.
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Two Views of Life – Which One Will We Choose?
We can focus on the past and miss what He’s doing in the present. We can focus on our problems and miss His hope-filled promises.
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Why It’s Important to Show Love in Action
God knows our need to see love in action. He showed how much He loved us by sending Jesus into the world to live among mankind and die on our behalf.
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No More Chains: Live Like You’re Free
Pride, envy, jealousy, misplaced priorities ~ they’re all unwanted chains. But Jesus came to snap them. Are you living from that truth today?
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Staying Healthy for God’s Glory
Health is a priceless gift, but it takes intentional effort to stay healthy. If we’re to use our bodies as tools for God’s glory, we need to make that effort.
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God Restores and Gives Second Chances
When we seek God’s forgiveness for wrong attitudes and behaviors, He cleanses us from our sin. He sees us not for who we were and the mistakes we made.
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Finding Hope When Nothing’s Going Right
The word “all” is teeny but don’t overlook its might. Here are several verses that will instill hope when you’re tempted to say, “Nothing’s going right.”
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How Can We Speak God’s Love Language?
What is God’s love language? It’s said that God’s love language is obedience. He feels most loved by us when we do what He says.
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Lessons Learned Aboard a Sailboat
Living on a sailboat is teaching me to release my expectations, cares, and desire for control to Jesus. He’s the Captain of my ship, and I’m along for the ride.
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Tearing Spiritual Strongholds Down
Changing the way we think means identifying the lies and replacing them with the Truth. But knowing it isn’t enough; we must apply it too.
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What Hotel Staff Taught Me About Holy Living
The Holy Spirit knows exactly what we need to live holy, fruitful lives. From the abundance of His limitless resources, He sees to it that our needs are met.
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When We Feel Like a Little Bird With a Broken Wing
Know that God sees you. You are not alone. Invite Him to meet you at your deepest point of need and to reveal Himself to you in this place.
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When Comfortable Routines Fall Apart
He says, “Don’t worry. A routine is nice and it’s comfortable, but it’s not the end-all. I am Your rock. I am Your stability.”
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Highlights From My Round-the-World Trip
I’ve traveled more miles than I can count in the past four weeks. My journey took me to Hong Kong, Nepal, Bangladesh, Turkey, Poland, Belgium, and Iceland.
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Splashes of Beauty Amidst Chaos
When you feel surrounded by chaos and uncertainty, ask the Holy Spirit to open your eyes to see splashes of beauty in their midst.
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Our Extraordinary Pilgrimage to Nepal
This is Gene’s and my fourth trip to Nepal in ten years. Each time we return I feel more at home. I love the people and am so blessed to call so many my friends
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Make Up Your Mind and Make the Change
Maybe you’ve been toying with making a change but haven’t taken that first step. What needs to happen so you can make up your mind and begin moving forward?
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Interruptions or Divine Appointments?
Let’s commit to viewing the unforeseen through God’s eyes. Let’s embrace whatever He brings and seek to partner with Him to accomplish His purposes.
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3 Verses to Replace Fear with Courage
God’s unshakeable Truth helps calm fear. God is up to something far bigger than I can imagine; I will trust and not be afraid because He is with me.
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God Alone Satisfies Your Soul Thirst
The only thing that satisfies our deepest needs – our relationship with our Creator. He is what our soul longs for, and we’re designed for intimacy with Him.
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Why Our Thoughts Matter to our Health
If the Spirit controls our thoughts, we learn to establish healthy boundaries. We experience the freedom of forgiveness and the joy of life and peace.
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Reframing Our Obedience to God
Obeying the Lord might feel really difficult at times, but He deserves our reverent, immediate, and wholehearted yes because of who He is.
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Lessons Learned in the Process of Downsizing
Saying yes to God about living on a sailboat means letting go of nearly everything I own. It also means trusting God to provide for our needs in new ways.
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Living with Courage and Confidence
No matter what our needs are, we can find a biblical promise that applies to it. Based on the certainty of that promise, we can find courage.
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My Significant Life Transition
God is up to something much bigger than I can possibly fathom. I suspect I’m about to experience His strength and provisions in new ways.
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When the Time is Right, God Says “Now”
Whatever Your situation, know that God’s quietly at work behind-the-scenes. When the time is right for His grand purpose to be fulfilled, He will take action.
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Celebrating Christmas Without Clutter
In the midst of the hustle and bustle that accompanies this season, let’s remember what Christmas celebrates: Emmanuel – God with us.
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God Surrounds You
The Lord surrounds His people both now and forever. He is everywhere around us. Nothing can touch us unless He parts the way and allows it.
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Showing Love in “Shallow” Ways
It’s our responsibility to share His love with others. Sometimes that requires sacrifice, but sometimes it’s shown in ways that might appear shallow.
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Winning When Fear Attacks (Guest Post)
He’s the most powerful hero of all – Christ who conquered the world. He shows up with His power, His reassurance and His way to lift us from danger.
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Be Intentional to Finish Well (Guest Post)
We need to be intentional and likely make some changes if we want to someday hear God’s “Well done, good and faithful servant.” What can we do to finish well?
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Human Wisdom and Faulty Brick Walls
Our understanding about difficult people and situations is more-often- than-not faulty. It’s influenced by a number of different things including our emotions.
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Honor: The Key to Healthy Relationships
Taking delight in honoring others is a principle our world seems to have forgotten. And it begins at home with the little things – like saying thank you.
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