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06 Jul

5 Truths Summer Whispers to the Soul, Week 2

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In the second week of the Joy to the Soul Summer series, we lean into the next encouraging message from the season. But these five whispers are my observations. As we go through the next few weeks, you may have some of your own. Our first whisper from the summer...

28 Jun

5 Truths Summer Whispers to the Soul

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Joy to The Soul Summer

In the middle of the year, for the last 5 years, I’ve featured “Joy to the Soul Summer!” If this is your first time joining me for the series, welcome! If you’re a regular reader, you know each summer has a new theme. This year it is “5 Truths Summer...

12 May

Motherhood: A Fierce and Fragile Heart

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Prayer Life, Relationships

On a special Sunday in May, many countries celebrate moms. I miss mine. Her legacy lingers long in the lives of her children, grandchildren and beyond. She taught me to sit up straight and stand up to bullies. Through her example, I learned to walk with dignity and a sense...

05 May

Joy Interrupted: What Happens When Life Is Hard

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In Difficult Times, Live Your Joy Story

In my quest for living a joyful life, there is a surprise when hard things come. Scripture puts it this way: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds” (James 1:2‭ NIV). Wait a minute, James. Facing many kinds of trials puts me...

05 Apr

If there were only blue skies…

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A Season of Waiting

Years ago, when my husband was in the active-duty military, we lived in southern California. One of the benefits of living in the area was the pleasantly predictable weather. Sunshine and balmy breezes greeted us daily. When clouds interrupted the sun’s greeting, I watched as tree branches bowed down to bossy...

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5 Truths Summer Whispers to the Soul, Week 2

5 Truths Summer Whispers to the Soul

Motherhood: A Fierce and Fragile Heart

Joy Interrupted: What Happens When Life Is Hard

If there were only blue skies…

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