Guest Writers - Joy to the Soul

20 Jul

When Summer Speaks to the Broken Heart

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It’s week 5 of the “Joy to the Soul Summer” series. And yet, even in the rays of summer’s light, we may struggle with the shadow of grief. Perhaps there is loss of access to a familiar place or activity. Some may have lost a relationship or employment. The guest writer...

06 Jul

Enjoying God’s Creation in the Summer

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Guest Writers, Joy to The Soul Summer

Welcome to week 3 of Joy to the Soul Summer! I’m pleased to have blogger Felicia Livingston join us with her beautiful words celebrating God’s creation. As I read her post, I’m moved to go outside and behold His handiwork. As you read Felicia’s insights, you may spend more time...

29 Jun

Gardening: Food for the Soul

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Guest Writers, Joy to The Soul Summer

It’s week 2 of the Joy to the Soul Summer series! I’m honored to have Kathy-Ann C. Hernandez, PhD. share life lessons from her summer garden. What are you planting this summer? What seeds are you sowing in your relationship with God and those around you? As we think about...

25 May

Life: The Wonder of It All

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Living from day to day can stir our sense of adventure or highlight our struggles. This week’s post focuses on the adventurous part. My friend and author, Taura Glaze shows us how in her new book, Wonder, Finding Light in Life’s Interruptions. It takes us on a perspective shifting journey....

23 Feb

Today Is a Good Day to Thrive

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Guest Writers, In Difficult Times, Living With Purpose

Whatever life looks like in this moment, we’re invited to look at God. Knowing that He loves us or how His wisdom guides us can be the difference between lingering in self-defeat or learning how to thrive. Whether we are consistent in spending time with God or looking for a...

08 Dec

The Joy of Christmas: Day 5, Anticipate

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7 Ways to Focus on the Joy of Christmas, Guest Writers

I love the twinkle in the eyes of our kids when we bring out the Christmas tree and decorations. It’s as if, as soon as the Christmas lights turn on, Christmas time has truly begun. For us, it’s holiday baking, gingerbread house making and all the hot chocolate with marshmallows...

06 Dec

The Joy of Christmas, Day 4: Give

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7 Ways to Focus on the Joy of Christmas, Guest Writers

One of my favorite activities during the holidays is to shop on Black Friday. After eating Thanksgiving dinner, all of the women in my family open the newspapers to extract and sift through the sales circulars. We search for the best deals on the items we want to purchase for...

01 Dec

The Joy of Christmas, Day 2: Receive

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7 Ways to Focus on the Joy of Christmas, Guest Writers

It wasn’t even mid-October, and there it was displayed among the homes with pumpkins and other fall-themed decorations. A nativity scene beautifully adorned the yard of a house we pass every morning. Now I’ll admit, I chuckled and thought to myself, “They decorated a little early for Christmas.” However, my...

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Category: Guest Writers

When Summer Speaks to the Broken Heart

Enjoying God’s Creation in the Summer

Gardening: Food for the Soul

Life: The Wonder of It All

Today Is a Good Day to Thrive

The Joy of Christmas: Day 5, Anticipate

The Joy of Christmas, Day 4: Give

The Joy of Christmas, Day 2: Receive

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