Find Your Spot
Humility is not a sign of weakness but rather a posture of surrender and dependence on God. It requires acknowledging our limitations and recognizing that we need God's guidance and strength in every aspect of our lives. When we humble ourselves before the Lord, we open ourselves up to His transformative power and allow Him to lift us up according to His perfect plan.......
Worship & Journaling
So let’s be real here. There are going to be some mornings where we want to change it up a little bit or add a different element to our quiet time. I have always loved incorporating worship and journaling. Depending on the season you are walking through, you might need to sing and worship to the Lord or just sit and listen to the words of some of your..........
First Fruits
I mentioned in the intro about my need to immediately wake up and reach for my phone. Sometimes it is to check something important that I need to know for my day but, more often than not, it is to check social media, emails, or texts. My focus begins with looking at other people and starting the comparison game or trying to watch a funny video so I can drum up temporary.........
Silence & Solitude
There is something very appealing about silence and solitude, especially the older you get. I just moved to a very rural area and I am loving it. Jesus, Moses and Paul were transformed during the practice of silence and solitude through times of isolation. Now, I am sure getting away for long periods of time sounds like a nice idea but, we know that we have to live life in balance.........
God's Word Before Man's Word
Since the day I was born I have cared what people thought about me. I put so much stock into other people’s words, People’s words cut deep and, honestly, I still care too much about what they say. Too often, I will walk into my day with no preparation in armoring myself with God’s word and am surprised when I don’t handle situations well or get my feelings hurt too easily.......
Jump Start
Paul is known for writing Scriptures about being thankful. Some of his most well known passages are focused on gratitude including: giving thanks in all circumstances (Ephesians 5:20; 1 Thessalonians 5:18), being thankful even when you endure suffering (Romans 5:3-5; James 1:1-4), and to do everything in Jesus’ name out of a spirit of gratefulness (Colossians 3:17). You can use.........