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19 Jul

5 Truths Summer Whispers to the Soul, Week 4

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Joy to The Soul Summer
Our first whisper from the summer told us things don’t always stay the same. In week 2, I shared how stillness is a posture of receiving. In week 3, summer rain brought a reminder. New challenges are new opportunities for us to release what’s beneath the surface of our lives...
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12 Jul

5 Truths Summer Whispers to the Soul, Week 3

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Joy to The Soul Summer
It’s week 3 of our Joy to the Soul Summer series! Our first whisper from the summer told us things don’t always stay the same. Next, I shared how stillness is a posture of receiving. I hope you’ve had a chance to feel the gentleness of a morning breeze or...
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06 Jul

5 Truths Summer Whispers to the Soul, Week 2

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Joy to The Soul Summer
In the second week of the Joy to the Soul Summer series, we lean into the next encouraging message from the season. But these five whispers are my observations. As we go through the next few weeks, you may have some of your own. Our first whisper from the summer...
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12 May

Motherhood: A Fierce and Fragile Heart

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Prayer Life,  Relationships
On a special Sunday in May, many countries celebrate moms. I miss mine. Her legacy lingers long in the lives of her children, grandchildren and beyond. She taught me to sit up straight and stand up to bullies. Through her example, I learned to walk with dignity and a sense...
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06 Jan

This year, I hope you’ll join me in THIS.

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All Things New
Happy New Year! No matter how much we’ve reviewed what did or didn’t happen last year, this year takes center stage. What do you anticipate? As I scroll through my email or social media feed, there is no shortage of planning tips from goal-setting gurus. These tools are helpful. But...
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30 Nov

10 Simple Things That Can Bring You Joy at Christmas

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Live Your Joy Story,  The Joy of Christmas
Christmas stirs excitement like a spoon swirling in a hot cup of cocoa. But some years, I hear simple calling. When I listen, I slow down and watch busyness and pressure float away. And yet, the significance of the season remains. Hence, I’m sharing some of my favorite things to...
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19 Oct

The Well-being Series: Why Peace Is a Powerful Place to Rest

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Connecting God's Word to Your Well-Being
Years ago, what started out as my routine surgery became time spent in the critical care unit (CCU). Due to complications, I required a blood transfusion. As clots formed against the transfused blood, my body rejected the solution. If my condition didn’t improve, I’d need another surgery. This was not the...
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05 Oct

3 Ways to Connect God’s Word to Your Well-being

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BECOMING More Series,  Connecting God's Word to Your Well-Being,  Live Your Joy Story
There is a difference between living from day to day and living well — because living well is not always easy. According to industry experts, effective wellness programs include having a work-life balance, taking time to celebrate successes and engaging in de-stressing activities. Other components may include seeking financial prosperity...
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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

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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