"Do you have a favorite place to pray? A place where you get better reception? A place where your mind is more focused? A place where you have more faith?" ~ Mark Batterson In order to have a more effective quiet time with God, it is important to …
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13 Bible Verses To Give You Hope During Tough Times
"Let God's promises shine on your problems." ~ Corrie Ten Boom There are times in life that are more challenging than others. In those seasons, you can feel overwhelmed, weighed down and exhausted. And although you may talk to a …
What Does It Mean To Walk By Faith And Not By Sight?
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." ~ Martin Luther King, Jr. In 2003 when my husband and I had been separated for 18 months, most of my friends and counselors (including my pastor at the time) began telling …
5 Ways To Help You Overcome A Heavy Heart
God never gives strength for tomorrow, or for the next hour, but only for the strain of the minute. ~Oswald Chambers Do you ever feel sad, lonely, and just plain 'blah'? Although I am a lot better today, I have struggled with heavy hearted …
How To Be Compassionate
Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep. ~ Romans 12:15 Recently I was asked, "In your opinion, what is the most important quality a person ought to have?" After some thought, I answered, "being compassionate." Being a …
What Is Wisdom?
One of the most powerful things we can pray for is wisdom. True wisdom comes only from God. The Bible has a lot to say about wisdom, showing how important it is to God that we not live without it. I love what Psalm 111:10 says; "Fear of the Lord …