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08 Jul

3 Ways to Beat Summer Madness

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Joy to The Soul Summer
In the summer of 1974, the funky jazz sounds of Kool and the Gang burst on the scene with Summer Madness. The silky rhythm soothed listeners’ tensions from a hot or stressful day. Depending on your taste in music, you might enjoy the 70’s hit song. But by all accounts,...
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31 Jul

Summer Book Review: Forgiven and Restored

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Joy to The Soul Summer,  Relationships
When relentless hurt invades our lives, it’s hard to find joy. With this in mind, the focus for Week 6 of the “Joy to The Soul Summer” series is restoration. Thankfully, Forgiven and Restored, a newly released book by my friend Jelise Ballon, walks us through the pathway to healing....
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24 Jul

Learning Summer Soul Care

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Guest Writers,  Joy to The Soul Summer
Summer welcomes us to dwell a few minutes more on the back deck or gaze longer at a sunset. Such lingering can be good for the soul. Karen Friday, the guest writer this week on “Joy to The Soul Summer,” provides Scriptures and inspiring prompters to add deeper reflection to...
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17 Jul

When God Draws a Line in The Sand

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In Difficult Times,  Joy to The Soul Summer
For our anniversary my husband and I make our annual trek to the beach.  While our locations may vary, a few things stay the same. We share a growing love for almost any shoreline. We’re always on the hunt for good seafood restaurants.  And most importantly, we look forward to sharpening...
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10 Jul

How to Choose Hope Over Hype This Summer (or any Season)

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Guest Writers,  Joy to The Soul Summer
It’s week 3 of the “Joy to the Soul Summer” series. I’m finding the long days of summer are easily filled with the cares of this life. If that’s you too, welcome to this week’s post by Marva Smith from the SunSparkleShine blog. Thanks Marva! I can’t think of one...
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03 Jul

Having Faith to Shine Like the Sun

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Guest Writers,  Joy to The Soul Summer
Shining faith, the kind that stands strong in a crisis or points others to God’s grace in Christ is my daily goal. But sometimes I fall short. Thankfully, God continues the good work He began in my potentially faithful heart. If that’s you too, there is a lot for us...
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26 Jun

What Will God Add to Your Story This Summer?

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Joy to The Soul Summer
As I prepare to post on social media, the image is set and the words are written. But I have another decision to make. Will I click the “add to my story” button or shrug my shoulders and pick the “my news feed” button instead? Lately, more than usual, “my...
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08 Aug

The Light of Summer

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Affirmation,  Guest Writers,  Joy to The Soul Summer
I hope you’re enjoying your summer. The warm days, adventures and reflections of the season still linger. It’s Week 6 of the “Joy to The Soul” Summer series and I’m delighted to share the beautiful writing of Bethany McIlrath. Our paths crossed on a bloggers link-up where we share our...
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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

Are you facing a new situation? Isaiah 42:16 spe Are you facing a new situation? 

Isaiah 42:16 speaks hope into seasons of uncertainty. God promises to guide His people along roads they have never traveled, bringing light into dark places and smoothing what feels impossible. When the path ahead seems unclear, this verse reminds us we are not navigating alone.

Join me this week on the Your Daily Bible Verse Podcast, as I share some encouragement when we’re facing a new situation! (Link in profile) #yourdailybibleverse 
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Life’s pressures and problems are real - but so is Life’s pressures and problems are real - but so is the power of God. 
 
Ladies, you're invited to join me on Saturday, March 7 in Charlotte, NC for the God's Call, God's Way Women's Prayer Breakfast! 

Let's gather for a time of prayer, biblical encouragement, and community. (link in profile)

#prayerworks #prayerlife #prayer #womenministry #GodsCall #GodsWay #joytothesoul #liveyourjoystory
Ladies, registration is open for the God's Call, G Ladies, registration is open for the God's Call, God's Way Women's Prayer Breakfast on March 7 at 9:30 a.m. in Charlotte, NC!

This year we'll gather at The Pauline Tea-Bar Apothecary for a time of prayer, reflection, and fellowship.

How do you sense God is calling you to sit with Him, walk with Him, or work with Him in this season? Join me on March 7th as we seek God for the answers. 

There's even a "bring a friend" discount! (They'll thank you later.) Space is limited. The link is in the profile to save your seat! 
#Godscall #GodsWay  #PrayerBreakfast #joytothesoul  #liveyourjoystory
Whether we’re enjoying a beautiful view, spending Whether we’re enjoying a beautiful view, spending time with someone we love, or making progress toward a goal, is anything distracting us from what God wants you to see?

Being present enables us to sense the moments God has for us, so we won’t miss the moments we need.

Prayer: Lord, help me to sense Your Presence, settle into Your will, and seize the moment You're showing me. In Jesus' name, amen! 

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