Love

Encouraging women to walk deeper with God at Kristi Woods (.net) through understanding and applying love in our lives for spiritual growth.

God, why am I feeling this way? with leaf and water in the background

God, Why Am I Feeling This Way? How to Go Beyond Feeling Left Out

God, why am I feeling this way — feeling left out? Have you ever asked the question? Better yet, have you ever used a cookie cutter? They’re related. Trust me. Read along, and you’ll see. Each December during my younger years, Mom whipped up a batch of sugar cookie dough. Man, she made THE BEST…

Picture of a red rose with title concerning love

Do You Feel Loved?

Do you feel loved? Do you have a Valentine? Maybe not – or maybe you do after all. Feeling Loved and Valentines Day A piece I read recently about Valentine’s Day history intrigued me. I found the history fascinating. What conviction Valentine held! As Valentine’s Day approaches, our chance of similar persecution seems low. Love still…

Are These Attributes Present in Your Good Friendships?

Are These Attributes Present in Your Good Friendships?

Do you have good friendships? Easter is approaching. But you knew that, didn’t you? It’s the perfect time to talk friends. Think about the good friendships you have. What are their attributes? What makes those people or that person a good friend? Recently I asked that very question on social media. The list folks left…

Why Love is Always in the Air  – For Singles and Marrieds Alike on this Valentine’s Day

Why Love is Always in the Air – For Singles and Marrieds Alike on this Valentine’s Day

“I love you more than you’ll ever know.” Dad offered those words to me in late 2015. He died shortly after. We buried him, then a day or two later, my immediate family prepared to journey back to our home 800 miles away. But before we left, I made one last visit to the grave. I took…