"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 Yesterday Can Teach Us For Today
"Yesterday is but today's memory, and tomorrow is today's dream." ~ Khalil Gibran I was side swiped the other day by a wave, or I should say by an avalanche, of emotions I didn't anticipate. They came on the heals of having gone through a pile of …
What Is True Happiness?
"God cannot give us a happiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing." ~ C.S. Lewis There is a lot of research, teachings, and theories from various scientists, doctors and so-called 'gurus' on the subject of …
Lying And Keeping Secrets Will Shipwreck Your Faith
"And then she understood the devilish cunning of the enemies' plan. By mixing a little truth with it they had made their lie far stronger." ~ C.S. Lewis Do you believe that it's alright to tell a half truth? A little lie is like a little …
How To Uncover Idols In Your Heart And Replenish Joy In Your Life
When anything in life is an absolute requirement for your happiness and self-worth, it is essentially an ‘idol,’ something you are actually worshiping. ~ Timothy Keller When we value anything more than we value God, we have made that "thing" our …
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 …