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30 Aug

Painted In a Corner by Purpose

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Women in the Bible
Have you ever felt painted in a corner by the purposes of God?  I have. You might not use that phrasing, but you may know the pressure of feeling there is no way around His plan. I usually welcome His directions. But sometimes my broad brush strokes of excuses become...
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14 Jun

From Deep Wants to Deeper Needs

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What do you want – I mean what do you really want? Sometimes what makes our soul giddy is not always for our good.  Without the filter of godly reason, it’s easy for me to pursue what’s selfish or foolish. 1 Kings 3 introduces us to a woman who was...
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07 Jun

The Destiny Stance

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Purpose, passion and problems are dynamic forces. Our purpose shapes the soul. Our passions feed the soul. However, our problems reveal what’s in the soul. Sooner or later the experiences that shape us and the desires that feed us, impact the lives around us. If we determine the impact, it...
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31 May

The Destiny Shuffle

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The tightrope walker was poised, rhythmic and quick. My family sat dazzled as we watched his act a few months ago.  His balance was impressive and his footwork glued our eyes to his every move. He made the tightrope look like a dance floor. Even as members of his family...
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12 Apr

Choices for the Indecisive Heart

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Hope for the Heart Series
Welcome to the “Hope for the Heart Series!”  For the next four weeks, I’ll feature posts intended to meet us where we’re often challenged the most.  I pray the words written from my heart will speak encouragement to yours.  The first post in the series is Choices for the Indecisive Heart....
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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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