My current Bible study author noted that journaling is a way to share God‘s faithfulness. At the end of each year, she will spend three days reading through all her journal entries to contemplate God‘s faithfulness. As you know, this is a practice for me to write about what I’m learning in life, meaningful events,…
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Living Generously: Letting Go and Embracing Kindness
Merriam-Webster defines generous as “liberal in giving: openhanded.” I’m reminded of verses about a harvest, reaping, and sowing. Profound wisdom that reminds us that if we sow seeds of kindness and love, we will reap a harvest of the same. What we give out truly, for the most part, comes back to us. In my current…
Embracing God’s Love: A Mother’s Reflection on Faith
When a child is born into the world, their eyes search for the face of the ones who love them. Years ago, I wrote about this moment in the hospital that was so special to me. They swaddle your little one in a blanket and bring them to your arms to feed or nurse. In…
Friendship and Faith: The Divine Connection
Friendship. What comes to mind when you read the word friendship? You may have thought of qualities that are important to you when selecting a friend, or maybe you thought of your circle of friends. Friendships can sometimes be the most rewarding and intimate relationships that sustain you through challenging times and bring a sense…
Jesus’ Compassion and Anger: Insights from Gentle and Lowly
I started re-reading Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund. My lovely friend Leslie recommended this book, or at least that’s how I remember it. It’s a book I often return to, and I even have it in audio format so I can listen to the chapters. The central theme of the book is to help us…
The Miracle of Faith: Lessons from John Chapter 6
John Chapter 6 in the Discovering Jesus study has the theme of faith, belief, and the Holy Spirit. I love the story of the little boy who came to hear Jesus with his mama’s packed lunch of 5 barley loaves and two fish. Perhaps the lunch was for him, his siblings, and the father who…
Healing from Apathy: Embrace Spiritual Renewal
“The Bible is alive, it speaks to me; it has feet, it runs after me; it has hands, it lays hold of me.“ — Martin Luther. Two words, “fresh” and “renew,” were consistently expressed yesterday. I’m sure everyone who shared in their designated roles did not talk to each other; however, God chose to have…
Exploring the Multifaceted Nature of Generosity in Faith
Generosity is a multifaceted quality involving the willingness to give or share, often without expecting anything in return. It goes beyond simply providing material possessions and encompasses a broader spirit of giving. It is freely given without conditions, and has positive intentions. Beyond material generosity, it is the ability to empathize, forgive, and offer genuine…
Looking Up
Where do we look for peace, acceptance, or joy? When you stop to ponder this question there are so many ways God has given us to interact with others through relationships and His creations. Oh the joy of nature, and the beauty of the world around us, or the love we experience with friends and…
Mothers and Miracles: Reflecting Christ’s Love
Continuing my reading of my new Bible study, Discovering Jesus, I am trying to see how the Word and His Spirit will guide me through chapter 2 of John. This chapter includes the first miracle, which was performed at a wedding. Jesus turned the water into wine. Jesus also cleared the temple and reminded us…
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