It\’s not uncommon for us to complain about the holiday season from October through the end of December. Saying things like… \”Christmas has been given mass appeal to commercialization. It\’s so secular now,\” \”it\’s materialistic,\” …
2022
When You Love Your Community
Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 1 Corinthians 13:4— NLT In a little town not too far from me— Tommy Wynkoop, the owner of Fox\’s Pizza Den in …
Return To Rest
Scripture— Let my soul be at rest again, for the Lord has been good to me. Psalm 116:7— VOICE Encouragement— So often, we have to speak to ourselves, you know, that internal dialog. Usually, when …
Happy Holidays Or Merry Christmas?
It\’s that time of year again – the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. And for some folks, a yuletide debate— to say Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays? It\’s been happening for some time …
Tis’ The Season To Be— Crafting
So I finally got around to taking pictures of what I’ve been working on for the Christmas season. There’s a Christmas craft fair coming up, and I wanted to show you guys what I’m …
It’s Christmas Again Movie Review + {{GIVEAWAY}}
Moms, do you want to focus on Jesus this Christmas? Take your family to see IT’S CHRISTMAS AGAIN on November 29th! IT’S CHRISTMAS AGAIN is a modern-day musical the whole family will love! Jake Young …
The NET Abide Bible Review + {{GIVEAWAY}}
Check out The Abide Experience: 21 Days in John, a FREE Video Devotion featuring Dr. Phil Collins, general editor of the Abide Bible, a Bible designed around five methods of Scripture Engagement that will change the way …
Book Review: Girl-To-Girl 60 Mother-Daughter Devotions For A Closer Relationship and Deeper Faith— By; Stacey And Bekah Pardoe
I was honored to participate on the launch team for this great book. My heart was warmed throughout my participation. I had so much fun getting to know Stacey and Bekah more intimately. This was …
Fruit Of The Spirit Affirmations— Self Control
This is our last set of affirmations as we explored each of the fruits of the Holy Spirit and how affirming them cultivates intentional mindfulness within us. Affirmations are a statement intended to provide encouragement, …
Celebrating Gratitude—The Gift Of Laughter
A joyful heart is good medicine, But a broken spirit dries up the bones.\” Proverbs 17:22—NASB One of God\’s most lovely gifts is the gift of laughter. Laughter can reduce stress brighten your mood, boosts …
Ten Gratitude Gift Ideas
Have you ever been at a loss for words or ideas on how to express gratitude to someone? I know I sometimes do. So I did a little looking around for ideas to help …
Fruit Of The Spirit Affirmations— Gentleness
Continuing onward in our look at each of the fruits of the Holy Spirit and how affirming them cultivates intentional mindfulness within us. Affirmations are a statement intended to provide encouragement, emotional support, or motivation, …