A Divine Pause
The trick is not to seek it; but to let go and let it happen Sometimes I feel like my days are just back-to-back episodes of chaos. Emails pinging, phones ringing, meetings, emails, text messages, meetings, emails, did I mention emails and meetings??? AND my brain’s buzzing with a million things to do. But there’s a little secret tucked away in Psalm 46:10 that’s been a game changer for me. In fact…
Read MoreA tottering fence
Psalm 62:3 says, “How long will ye imagine mischief against a man? Ye shall be slain all of you: As a bowing wall shall ye be, and as a tottering fence”. I’ve felt like a tottering fence before. Looking strong, trying to keep things together but one swift wind comes along and all of it falls apart. How do we guard ourselves from turning into a tottering fence and live into our…
Read MoreUnshakable Faith: Drawing Strength from Psalm 62:6
Unshakable Faith Ever felt like you’re scrambling in the wilderness, searching for something sturdy to lean on? I’ve been there – more times than I can count. But here’s a little secret I stumbled upon in one of those ‘wilderness moments’: Psalm 62:6. It’s a rock-solid reminder (pun intended) that says, “He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense; I shall not be moved.” In life’s tumultuous landscapes,…
Read MorePerspective Steps
Proverbs 16:9 In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps. Proverbs 16:9 A person’s steps are directed by the LORD. How then can anyone understand their own way? Proverbs 20:24 My new home in Cartersville is a ranch-style house with no stairs, making everyday tasks like laundry and cleaning much simpler. Similarly, my new church is designed all on one level, enhancing accessibility. However, let’s not discount…
Read MoreWe ALL need a helper!
A Story of Help and #HolyMischief Once upon a time, I went to a conference where they made me do the Marshmallow Challenge. I had led this many times but never actually did it. I knew what do do. And I knew I couldn’t do it alone. I had two others at my table. Together we built a foundation and height. Then we tried to balance it and re-secure. And we failed…again…and…
Read More#HolyMischief: Ways for Christians to Make a Difference in 2024
A #HolyMischief Story Once upon a time, a small group of people gathered online came up with an idea to spread love and kindness in their communities. They called it #HolyMischief. The idea was simple, but powerful – for one season, members of this group would commit random acts of kindness, big and small, to make a positive impact in the world around them. And the results were nothing short of miraculous.…
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