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25 Apr

And God Loves You Because…

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Affirmation
A visiting pastor at our church shared what he gave his wife for her 60th birthday — a list of sixty reasons why he loves her. He said it was all she wanted. Our congregation gave a collective “awww.” He didn’t share the details. But it’s likely each line described...
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18 Apr

Where Did You Leave Your Last Prayer?

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Prayer Life
A few weeks ago, my prayer devotional began with this question: Of the things I strive to accomplish, what should I leave in God’s hands? My knee-jerk reaction said, “Everything.”  Simple tasks, desperate cries and seemingly impossible dreams each fit snugly in His care. Then with a deeper reflection I...
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11 Apr

If You’ve Ever Been Numbed by a Number

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In Difficult Times,  Living With Purpose
Numbers measure everything. From announcing the time of day to the amount of sugar in my tea, digits are an active bunch. They tell us how many friends we have, how much money we owe or how old we are. But I measure by eye when I cook and I...
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04 Apr

While I Was Away…

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A Lenten Focus on Faithfulness
Hello friends!  I’ve missed you.  It’s good to be back. The last time we met it was the beginning of Lent, the season of sacrifice and reflection on the life, death and resurrection of Christ. As I reflected, I sensed the need to fast from my familiar routine. This meant...
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14 Feb

Letting Love Take Center Stage

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A Lenten Focus on Faithfulness
Valentine’s Day holds a special meaning for me. It’s the day my husband asked me to marry him. My heart already knew Brady was “the one.” His proposal gave me the chance to say “yes.” But this Valentine’s Day is different. It’s the same day as Ash Wednesday, the beginning...
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Providing Bible-based content for you to #liveyourjoystory because so many other of life’s stories can deplete our joy. #joytothesoul

Before Jesus rose from the dead, His first discipl Before Jesus rose from the dead, His first disciples didn't know they were in the first #holyweek.

On Sunday morning, the tomb where Jesus was buried was empty. Mary of Magdalene told Peter and John. They ran to the tomb to see for themselves. (John 20:1-6)

We have the benefit of retrospection. Jesus is the Risen Savior, and yet, we may have questions about something we're facing, too. But what happens when faith is a fill-in the blank moment? It's the topic on the blog this week. (See link in profile) 

As we reflect on the events leading up to the Resurrection, we can be encouraged. 

We may not be able to wrap our minds around a situation. But by faith, we can wrap our trust around what Scripture says about Jesus. (John 20:6-10) 

#goodfriday✝️ #resurrectionsunday✝️ #happyeaster❤️ #joytothesoul #liveyourjoystory
Gathering for prayer with other women is such a jo Gathering for prayer with other women is such a joy to me. I'm amazed by how God blessed us today! 

We had amazing praise and worship led by @deborahmooremusic! Thanks to everyone who attended or supported the God's Call, God's Way Prayer Breakfast at @thepaulineteabar! #joytothesoul #liveyourjoystory #prayerworks
Are you still feeling a tug on your heart to atten Are you still feeling a tug on your heart to attend the God's Call, God's Way Women's Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, March 7 at @thepaulineteabar in Charlotte, NC?

REGISTRATION ENDS ON SUNDAY MARCH 1! 

See link in profile. See you there!🙏🏽💕

#prayer #PrayerBreakfast #womensministry #Godscall #joytothesoul #liveyourjoystory
Ladies, the times we live in can challenge the hea Ladies, the times we live in can challenge the heart. 

In our homes and in our workplaces, with our family and our friends, with our sense of purpose and our passions...we're constantly making choices. Sometimes we choose to do nothing at all.

But as we consider the best choices we can make, it helps to know God's priorities for our lives. 

It's something to think about. But even more so, I believe it's something to pray about.

It's the reason I'm excited to gather with other women of faith. It happens on #internationalwomensday weekend at a prayer breakfast filled with worship, personal reflection, and community connection.

I continue to learn that it's not just time for us to see things differently. It's time for us to see things clearly -- God's Call, God's Way.

Join me on Saturday, March 7th at @thepaulineteabar in Charlotte NC! There's a seat with your name on it, in a space where you can be encouraged and be empowered to take your next step of faith.

Register Today!
Link in profile. #prayer #prayerbreakfast #godscalling #joytothesoul
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