That’s Not Me Talking
Several years ago, I had the privilege of meeting Susan Starnes at a Christian Writer’s Group in north Georgia. Although the group no longer meets, Susan and I have continued to stay in contact. I...
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How’s Your Prayer-Life?
How’s Your Prayer-Life?Exercise – check. Feed pets – check. Finish Bible study – check. Put dinner in the crockpot – check. Sometimes my days seem like a list of activities I live to check off. Yours...
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The Powerhouse of Prayer – Guest Post by Leslie Bennett
Guest Post by Leslie BennettHer humble, sweet disposition was the first thing I noticed. I had the privilege of meeting Leslie Bennett, the Women’s Ministries Initiatives Director for Revive Our...
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Not Your Ordinary Hero
Not Your Ordinary HeroWho is your hero? Is there someone in your life you look to as a role model? Chances are, your hero probably doesn’t possess super-powers or wear a red cape. People that make me...
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What I Learned from a Former Prostitute
What I Learned from a Former ProstituteThere are some pretty colorful characters sprinkled throughout the pages of Scripture. Have you ever thought about it? Murderers, thieves, prostitutes – not the...
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What’s It Worth To You?
What’s It Worth To You?I’m a fragrance girl. I love all different kinds of scents – from the fresh, invigorating ones, to those with floral notes – it’s always a treat to add a new perfume to my...
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Are You Ready to Surrender?
Are You Ready to Surrender?I’ve said it before – I have a tough time with change. Even positive change can get my heart racing and my thoughts spinning. When I launched my online Bible study,...
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Loving Outside the Boundaries
Loving Outside the Boundaries A Guest Post by Kelly KlepferThere have been many real life heroes in my past. I think of a former church member, sweet Kath, who loved Jesus fiercely even when her mind...
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No More Mr. Grinch
No More Mr. GrinchWhen I was a kid, one of my favorite holiday TV shows was “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” The Grinch’s unruly green fur and evil intentions made him a character I certainly didn’t...
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Stuff Doesn’t Satisfy
Stuff Doesn’t SatisfyStuff and things, gadgets and gizmos. It’s easy to let them consume our lives. My husband got me an Apple watch for my birthday and I guarantee I could have spent the entire...
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Craving God’s Presence or His Presents?
Craving God’s Presence or His Presents?The ruler had everything going for him. He was young, wealthy, and he was probably handsome, too. But somewhere deep inside, he must have felt something was...
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Remember Not to Forget
Remember Not to ForgetI love the thought of a fresh start. A new beginning. A blank slate with all kinds of possibilities. There’s just something about a new year that fills me with anticipation. I’ve...
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FloworStand?
Go with the Flow, or Take a Stand?I’m not an early morning person. Getting out of a warm bed in the dark isn’t very appealing. When I wake up, I have a choice to make: embrace the day with all its...
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Bigger than Me
Bigger Than MeFever, cough and congestion – the doctor said it was the respiratory flu. Not exactly how I wanted the year to begin. I tried to look on the positive side; I had been healthy through the...
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Intentional Growth
Guest Post by Jennifer SlatteryThis month we’ve taken a look at a few aspects of discipline – remembering to keep God first and making sure our thinking is accurate. These are things we often choose to...
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Love – So Much More than a Feeling
Love – So Much More than a FeelingWhat comes to mind when you think of love? Maybe a candlelight dinner with romantic music playing in the background. Or a bouquet of beautiful roses. I have to admit...
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Loving Out Loud
Loving Out LoudIsn’t love wonderful? I’m not talking about the starry-eyed stuff of fairy tales; but the kind of love that is a verb – an action word – a living demonstration. I remember a visit with...
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Tell Your Story
Tell Your StoryWords are amazing. Whether written or spoken, they are powerful. They have an uncanny ability to mold and shape our thoughts and impact our lives. My Mom began reading to my brother and...
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The Direction of Love
The Direction of LoveGuest Post by Amy MenterI’ve had the privilege of knowing Amy Menter for over 24 years. Her heart for the Lord and reaching others with His love isn’t superficial. She has been an...
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5 Things to Remember When Times Get Tough
5 Things to Remember When Times Get ToughLast week was rough. An unusual shape showed up on an x-ray and my doctor scheduled me for an ultrasound. I wasn’t prepared for the news. The doctor recommended...
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