James 3:17 ESV But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. The chaos in the world today has created an overwhelming amount of division and hate that breaks my heart. As we all move forward in this “new normal” that…
If God called you would you answer? In today’s world we hardly even talk on the phone. Texting and shorthand conversations have become the norm. But if it was God calling, would you pick it up? The Biblical truth is that God is calling us—each of us. We have all been given our own unique…
Life can feel overwhelming, heart-breaking or stressful at times. We all struggle to stay strong through trials and we all need encouragement or direction sometimes. In those moments when we feel like we are drowning or unsure of where to go next, God is with us through the storm. Our best strategy to keep hope…
Self doubt can be overwhelming sometimes. It seeps into every aspect of our life making us feel like we are inadequate and do not matter. Giving up seems like the best course of action to preserve ourselves, particularly during times of high stress or storms of life. Would anyone even notice if we gave up?…
Anyone else in a season of feeling overwhelmed? Not only is life hectic with two young children in general, but summer always seems to become very overwhelming. Maybe it’s all the time spent out in the sun. Perhaps it is the change in our schedule, with more playdates and birthday plans. Or maybe it is…
1 John 4:16 ESV So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him. Colossians 3:17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus,…
Philippians 4:6 And the peace that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. My life has been pretty simple and easy in comparison to others. I come from a good family who supports me. As a kid, I went to church and learned about Jesus, eventually accepting him as my…