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24 May

When Grace Is Not Enough

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We make much of God’s mercy when we give it to others. We make much of His grace when we believe it’s enough for us. I pray these words provide a soft place for you to land and find hope for the heart and joy to the soul! When Grace...
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10 May

Sorry Coffee. It’s not you, it’s me.

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Last week, I said so long to coffee. My breakup with my wake-up beverage has been in the works for a while. If you have a habit, craving or obsession you’re rethinking, you know what I mean. In the health ranking for food and beverages some categories are obvious. Kale...
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05 Apr

The Greenest Place to Grow

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Impressive. This word comes to mind when I think of my neighbors’ yard across the street.  John and Karen have the most beautiful lawn on the block. Everywhere I look, evidence of John’s green thumb shines. I’m drawn to the vegetable and herb garden in the backyard. But just as you appreciate...
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29 Mar

Must Be Present To Win

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A few months ago, my husband Brady and I attended a social event.  Upon arrival each guest was issued a ticket for a drawing.  The event planning team did a great job with prize promotion. Buzz about the prizes almost overshadowed the significance of the gathering.  Among the prizes up...
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22 Mar

Finishing Touches

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In my quiet time, I’m focusing on one-word for the entire year. As I sought God last December, I wondered if this was His tug on my heart or my wanting to join in with a popular practice. The tug wouldn’t go away.  I continued to seek Him until the...
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15 Mar

Audacious Goals Take Guts (and Grace)

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It’s the third week of the third month of the slightly less than New Year.  Do you have any audacious goals? These are not routine items to check off a to-do list.  Audacious goals are grand. They float beyond our wildest dreams and take us along for the ride. Sure,...
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23 Feb

Why The Narrow Path Is Necessary

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Traveling light is not easy for me. I often over-pack. It is a symptom of my over-planning. But occasionally, I get it right. When I do, the trip is more enjoyable. I can also avoid my husband giving me the “are you kidding me” look, as he loads our car’s...
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09 Feb

Sweet Indulgences to the Soul

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February is in full swing in all of its twenty-nine day, leap year glory. There is a lot to pack into the remaining twenty days.  Valentine’s Day, Black History Month and President’s Day are among some of the highlights. My husband’s birthday and the Super Bowl (#PantherNation #NextYear) were also this...
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