Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, I find myself trying to find rest in a season that’s notoriously wrought with materialism, busyness, and exhaustion. This year I am determined to focus on what really matters during the Christmas season. I want to prepare my heart and mind to focus on the birth of Christ […]
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Monthly Masterpiece – Storms {A Guest Post}

The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and saves the crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 When I read Emma’s memoir, recently written to her English professor as a bit of a “getting to know you” assignment, I knew right away I wanted to share it here on the blog. I couldn’t help but to relate […]
Resting
Scripture calls us to rest in God, but if I did a poll right now, I have a feeling quite a few of you would tell me you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, frustrated or frazzled; especially especially after the holiday marathon that most of us just ran. Add that in to an already busy life, and […]
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31 Days of Jesus: Take Heart…A Study of James 1 {day 10}
Blessed is the man (woman) who keeps on going when times are hard. After he (she) has come through them, he will receive a crown. The crown is life itself. God has promised it to those who love him. James 1:12 (NIV) Tuesday marks my first day meeting with a new small group for an […]
31 Days {day 8} Be Filled
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Matthew 5:6 My stomach is normally growling by the time I wake up; today was no exception. In spite of enjoying a good nights rest, my lips were dry, and my throat was parched. Still, I was in a rush. I […]
31 Days of Jesus {day 6} Pray
But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they […]