Consider the stresses of last week of Jesus' life. With determination, he proceeded through each day's stressful events, knowing what was ahead of him. On Sunday, he felt the excitement of the …
Stressful Life? 4 Lessons from Elijah
The stressful life has certain characteristics. Being overwhelmed, frustrated and burdened weigh heavy on us. It is easy to feel offended, negative and hopeless in the heart. Common feelings and …
Joy in the Journey
Joy is necessary for this journey of life. Not phony smiles, but genuine joy in the deep crevices of our souls. Even when our destination seems unknown, the supernatural joy of the Lord brings a new …
Dangerous Detours on the Journey
Detours on the faith journey definitely impair progress. Have you ever gotten re-routed because of detours? One vacation we got detoured from the main four lane highway onto a small two lane road. …
Destination Unknown-Where are You Headed?
A destination is necessary when you plan a journey. Have you ever headed out without one in mind? Have you gotten lost? Journey implies there is a beginning and ending point, moving toward the end …
Will You Linger Longer with Joy?
Will you linger longer or jump to the next thing? January conversations usually include this question: "How was your Christmas?" A quick answer is given, but then discussion moves on to new projects …
Faithful Resolution for the New Year
The new year is faithful bringing new opportunities for weight loss, improved fitness, better diet, ending bad habits and starting new ones. Commercials bombard us of our need to change and improve …
End of Year Reflection
The end of the year provides a great time for reflection. The process takes some time, but looking back over the past is beneficial. Does it sound too daunting? A simple plan will help you and give …
Redemption In a Manger
Christmas brings the redemption of many things. For one, the boxed Christmas tree is spread out, fluffed and decorated with lights and ornaments. The once smashed tree is transformed into a beautiful …
The Ultimate Source of Rest
Rest is a necessary part of life, although many of us struggle to take a breather. I need time to rest even when life to fast paced and the calendar is full. Not just physical rest, but soul …
Autumn Glory Brings Change
Several years ago we planted an Autumn Blaze maple tree in front of our house, which turns crimson during fall. I look forward to the beauty of the color change, hoping the leaves remain on the …
5 Tips for Flexible Family Faith Time
In today's guest post, Stephenie Hovland offers some ideas for families to grow together spiritually. Guess what? There is no such thing as a perfect Christian family! That means there isn’t one …
Humble Thyself: 7 Steps to Resolve Conflict
Whenever two or more are gathered, soon there will be conflict. In today's guest post, Susan K. Stewart shares seven scriptural steps to resolve conflicts. A recent undercurrent of discontent …
Charlotte’s Garden
A garden, whether large or small, holds many lessons for life. Jesus pointed to the flowers of the field to teach the cares of life. The lessons of gardening provides the backdrop for today's guest …
Choosing Faith and Hope over Despair
What do you turn to when you learn of yet another tragedy, be it the force of hurricanes, earthquakes, or tragic massacre of innocent folks? Questions arise in our shock. How can we understand …
7 Tips for Handling Anxiety
Today's guest post is by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, a clinical neuropsychologist. She shares insight on handling anxiety through the truths in God's Word. Worry, fear, and anxiety are epidemic. Anxiety …
Kick Off Fall with Self-Improvement September
This month, my blog will feature guest posts from several Christian bloggers. Today's post is written by Gail Goolsby. Kick Off Fall with Self-Improvement September Goodbye to lazy days of summer …
Refuge in the Storms of Life
Refuge. A safe place where you can breathe a sigh of relief from the storm. A shelter or protection from danger or distress. Often we need protection from the storms we face in daily life, a place …
5 Eclipse Observations from the Backyard
The solar eclipse is history. Previous solar events haven't gotten all the media attention as the recent eclipse. This one got a lot of media attention because it transversed the entire United …
3 Ways Thankfulness Improves Perspective
A mindset of thankfulness develops a better perspective. Do you need to improve your perspective of your situation? Have you become disillusioned with your relationships or disappointed in your …
