Since we’ve just talked about values and why they matter (link at the bottom of the page), it’s now time to turn our attention to our vision and get SMART about our goals. With the new year many people set resolutions, goals, or intentions. But did you know that it’s so common for people toContinue reading “Get SMART about Your Goals”
Embrace Your Values, Empower Your Life
What are values? Do you have them? If so, do you know what your core values are? These are questions that aren’t asked very often. When’s the last time someone asked you one of these questions? I bet it wasn’t very recently. Today I’d like to explore the topic of values with you. When youContinue reading “Embrace Your Values, Empower Your Life”
Don’t Think About Pink Elephants
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” Galatians 5:16 NASB1995 I think sometimes as Christians, we get stuck in a mindset of sin-management. We know the things that we should not do. So we set about trying not to do them. We get into the mindsetContinue reading “Don’t Think About Pink Elephants”
Tolerated
This is what’s called a ‘reverse poem.’ It is meant to be read twice, first from top to bottom and then from bottom to top. The complete message is only communicated when the poem is read in that order.
Saint or Sinner: Is There Hope For My Desperately Wicked Heart?
Identity Series Part 1 As a believer in Jesus, have you ever heard a Christian say, “I’m a sinner.” or “I’m just a sinner, saved by grace.” or, “Don’t follow your heart, it’s desperately wicked,” citing Jeremiah 17:9? These and other statements like them are all indicating that even when we’re saved, we’re still sinners.Continue reading “Saint or Sinner: Is There Hope For My Desperately Wicked Heart?”
What Does It Really Mean To ‘Guard Your Heart?’
“Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow the springs of life.” -Proverbs 4:23 We’ve probably all heard this verse/phrase a thousand times. I remember my mother used to quote this verse to me all the time. The first time I remember hearing it, I was young, maybe about 10 years old, andContinue reading “What Does It Really Mean To ‘Guard Your Heart?’”
What Does It Really Mean To Trust God In A Time Of Uncertainty
How do you respond when fear and anxiety knock on your door and hang around the edges of your conversations? How does it impact your mental health? What toll does scrolling social media and seeing troubling things happening everywhere take on your spiritual health? I want to invite you to take a moment and stepContinue reading “What Does It Really Mean To Trust God In A Time Of Uncertainty”
A Quick Heart Check For You
Today I want to take a couple minutes and ask you, ‘how’s your heart?’ Who are you looking to for your peace and guidance during these times? Are you listening to the voices of the world and giving in to fear and chaos? Or are you turning your attention to the Prince of Peace andContinue reading “A Quick Heart Check For You”
Walking In Freedom And Victory As A Christian: What You Need To Know
At times you may be wondering if it’s even possible to have true freedom and victory in your daily life. Maybe it seems that no matter what you do, that sneaky sin which routinely trips you up is always looming nearby. Maybe you feel like you’re on a hamster wheel; sinning, repenting, and repeating. MaybeContinue reading “Walking In Freedom And Victory As A Christian: What You Need To Know”
What Are You Looking At?
As I’m reading ‘God’s Got This’ by Heidi Baker, I’m reminded of the phrase, “you become what you behold.” I’m not sure who said it first, but it comes from a verse in 2 Corinthians 3. Perhaps this is a phrase you are familiar with, or one that is brand new to you. Either way,Continue reading “What Are You Looking At?”
Sarah Louise 