Encouragement - Joy to the Soul

30 Jan

An Appointment with The Undone

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As the pace of life quickened several months ago, I felt the need to slow down. My current bible reading plan is a chapter a day. It allows me to linger longer with Christ on the shores of Galilee. I can pause and see His priesthood in action in Hebrews....

23 Jan

Finding Peace in God’s Business

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Affirmation

When you ask God for help, do you wonder what will happen next? I do. I’ve wondered a lot over the last few days. I’ll leave out the details. But trust me, the last few days have been hard. And yet, In my distress I called to the Lord; I...

16 Jan

3 Ways to Keep Moving Forward

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A Season of Waiting

We’re a couple of weeks into the New Year. Is there something you’re trying to accomplish? Staying focused on a goal isn’t always as easy as we hoped. It can feel like an endless cycle of trying to do more of what’s required while trying to let go of what’s...

09 Jan

Living Life from The Inside Out

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Living With Purpose

By January 2, I knew the holiday season was over. The outside of our home agreed and my teenage son took down our outside Christmas decorations. The inside of our home saw things differently. For a few more days, our Christmas tree stood in all of its ornament laden splendor....

02 Jan

What Will This Year Become for You?

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BECOMING More Series

Happy New Year! This traditional greeting is a welcome description for the newest set of twelve months. But what would make this year “happy” for you? Are you a goal-setter or just waiting for the year to unfold? In many ways, the New Year feels like a blank slate. Fresh...

12 Dec

The Light Of Christmas Gives Hope

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Affirmation, The Light of Christmas Series

As we consider the Light of Christmas, there’s a lot to see. Past years bring memories that prompt reflection. Present plans may highlight our busyness, our gratitude or our lack. However, the light of Christmas reminds us Christ is bigger than life, no matter what life brings. The Word gave...

05 Dec

The Light of Christmas (Present)

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The Light of Christmas Series

The Advent begins as our annual calendar ends. And yet, as we celebrate the coming of the Prince of Peace, the world has its share of battles. The tensions within us seek to win our heart’s throne. The divisions between us deepen as people are viewed by the color of...

28 Nov

The Light of Christmas (Past)

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