Encouraging Women to Walk Deeper with God
Today’s piece is courtesy of guest-blogger Jessica Brodie, one of a number of authors featured in Anchored and Secure: 60 Days of Resting in Grace, a new devotional from Wholly Loved Ministries. What Does the Bible Say About Grace: A Reflection on Extravagant Love and a Preteen Friendship I got a good lesson in what the Bible says about grace recently courtesy of a tumultuous relationship my preteen daughter, Avery, has with a friend Continue Reading
God refines us through suffering...and we often think "big" at the mention. Martyrs. Missionaries. Losing something large for the cause of Christ. But sometimes it's not in the eye-popping, "wow" things, but rather the littles and every day situations where God refines us in His righteous ways. You Might Like This The blog's still on break until late August (or maybe early September--no concrete decision yet!), but I'm guest posting over Continue Reading
A special welcome to guest writer Misty Phillip as she helps us encounter and be encouraged by Stephen's powerful witness. After being filled with the Holy Spirit, Christians were called to be witnesses of the gospel message and spread the good news throughout the world. The word “witnesses” in Greek is μάρτυρες, martyrs, which is where we get the word martyr. I don’t know about you, but I don’t associate the word “witness” with the Continue Reading
Do you ever feel unwanted? What about that friend who always makes plans--but never includes you? Let's talk about that spouse who walked out the door--forever. Or, maybe the child who never comes around or calls leaves us in tears or dismay. Feeling unwanted hurts. It sooths about as much as stepping on a sandbur (or regular, old field burs) with our bare feet. Ouch! I've faced times when I've felt this way, especially in those Continue Reading
God do you still protect people like me? Have you ever wondered if God is still in the business of protecting people? Or, maybe He protects others but you hold a nagging suspicion that you're the exception to the rule. You and I might wonder the answer. But Psalm 34:20 assures us He protects His righteous ones--every single bone. Psalm 34:20 champions the truth--even when circumstances appear differently or emotions dictate otherwise. (Because Continue Reading
