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30 Aug

What are you willing to surrender this summer?

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Guest Writers,  Joy to The Soul Summer
At the peak of summer’s heat, I have to adapt. Tank tops, walking shorts, and a water bottle are my go-to gear. But as I stood in line at a local food truck, the heat hit me on another level. A nearby canopy offered some relief. I hope cool breezes...
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22 Jul

Lessons Learned while Waiting on the Sun to Rise

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Joy to The Soul Summer
The light of the sun's rays may be absorbed by the clouds, but its power never lessens. Then, sooner or later, the clouds give way to the greater light.
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26 Mar

Growing Our Faith One Sip at a Time

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When I shop, boho jewelry and anything denim have a magnetic pull on my purse strings. But about a year ago, something different drew me in. A mug with its soft edges and soft ecru color featured 3 words. Pray. Wait. Trust. As it pulled on my heart strings, the...
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11 Oct

How to turn down the volume on your doubts

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All Things New,  Live Your Joy Story
Listening to music as I cook or as I drive makes a task feel less like a task. The lyrics or the rhythm create a vibe to enhance the experience. Sometimes, I crank up the volume. But as we walk by faith, the things we want the most becomes the...
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02 Jul

Sometimes the Real Gift of Summer is Realignment

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Joy to The Soul Summer
My kitchen redo is finally done. It took me an entire year to do what could have taken 3 months. Imagine my relief when I stumbled upon an article encouraging a slow pace on home improvement projects. Apparently, the goal of completing the project is not speed. The goal is...
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25 Jan

One word. Much focus. Much fruit.

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Live Your Joy Story,  Next Step Series,  Prayer Life
‭“Many, Lord my God, are the wonders you have done, the things you planned for us. None can compare with you; were I to speak and tell of your deeds, they would be too many to declare” (Psalms‬ ‭40:5‬ ‭NIV‬). This verse is the foundation of my one-word this year....
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06 Dec

3 Soul Care Tips for the Holidays

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Live Your Joy Story,  The Joy of Christmas
‭“Let my soul be at rest again, for the Lord has been good to me.” Psalms‬ ‭116:7‬ ‭NLT‬ During the Advent season, we may have many reasons for feeling it’s the most wonderful time of the year. A blessing we treasure today or a sweet memory from the past creates...
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30 Oct

An Unposted Life Can Be Beautiful

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Scanning through my social media feed, the images of other lives are appealing. They feature sunsets in faraway places and meals prepared with culinary flair. Several posts offer insights on living life well or how to bounce back when we don’t. But a recent experience gave me a unique perspective...
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As we adjust to life’s challenges, change can qu As we adjust to life’s challenges, change can quickly bring us to new and necessary conclusions. But before the summer ends (and as fall begins), is there something we need to surrender to God?

In part 2 of this year's "Joy to the Soul Summer" series, I'm sharing a book review on Surrendering Certainty, Hearing God Today by Letting Go of Tomorrow by @abbymcdonaldwriter.

Navigating relationships and hardships may mean I need more patience. Cultivating dreams or linking purpose to plans may require me to have more courage. Any of these things can easily fill our minds. But how easily do we hand them over to God? 

Thankfully, Abby reminds us, "Jesus is not a Shepherd who leaves the pasture and expects us to have all the answers. He is the shepherd who stays, who guides us, and intercedes for us. He never stops."

Join me on the blog (see 🔗 in profile) to find out more! #faith #surrenderingcertainty #newbook #liveyourjoystory #joytothesoul
I'm so grateful for another year. The gift of God' I'm so grateful for another year. The gift of God's grace astounds. Life is a gift, and I look forward to unwrapping my next chapter! ✝️🙏🏽🩷 #birthday #reflections #joytothesoul #liveyourjoystory
I'm sharing some encouragement on the @first5app t I'm sharing some encouragement on the @first5app this weekend about "Living in the Grip of God's Grace!" 

Although His grace is a tremendous gift, how we view ourselves or others can complicate how we receive and share His grace. 

On this audio teaching, my story of childhood trauma provided me with some insight into what it feels like to be gripped by something other than grace. Link in profile!
#grace #faith #joytothesoul
EXCITING NEWS!!! A few years ago, I, along with o EXCITING NEWS!!! A few years ago, I, along with other writers on @proverbs31ministries'  @first5app, wrote a Bible teaching entitled "Praying Through the Psalms." 

God moved powerfully through that experience, and many women were drawn to prayer and what the practice could look like in their lives.

As a result, Thomas Nelson has published the accompanying study guide to include the First 5 teachings. I'm honored to be a part of this collaboration, and the updated version is officially here! 

Get your copy today! Link in profile! 

#biblestudy #womensministry #prayer #prayerlife
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