Recently, I was reading a daily devotional (Today in the Word by Moody Publishers) and it stated that half of the missionaries stated their biggest obstacle was working with other missionaries. At first, this surprised me, and I wondered why. I was wondering what we do as God's children that cause us to react this way. What causes others to have these obstacles and how ... Read More »
ESV Family Devotional Bible Review and Giveaway!
Finding a family devotion can be quite a task. Don't get me wrong, there are amazing books out there for families. I needed one, however, to span ages, build on previous knowledge, and keep their interest. My kids love reading Bible stories. I want something our whole family can enjoy, comes from an actual Bible, and we can learn and engage in conversation at the same time. My ... Read More »
The New Has Come! and Sitting Among Friends Blog Party #24
Change seems inevitable. Yet, we often find ourselves, digging our heels in and gripping onto our old way of being. Do you ever find yourself having these inner conflicts about changing? Another year older? Not me, I still tell everyone I’m 35 or is it 36? Oh well, it doesn’t matter. I refuse to change. Just put on a little more makeup or buy some new cream and change does ... Read More »
None Like Him Book Review and Giveaway
Book Cover From Amazon.com Jen Wilkin’s new book None Like Him will inspire you to think or rethink your views of God page after page. Ten ways God is different from us and why that’s a good thing is the premise of this page turner. Anytime I pick up a book and learn about God more in depth, I don’t want to put it down. Jen Wilkin uses a list, used by many ... Read More »
Hold You Head Up High
There are many days where boldness slips my grip. I wake up ready to conquer the world, be all that God has asked of me, but quickly begin to feel less than worthy. Standing in the greatness of an awesome God, those feelings are nothing new. We see Moses fall to his face when he realizes whose presence he is in. In the sight of Jesus, John the Baptist realizes he is not ... Read More »