Have you ever been appalled at some of the thoughts that go through your mind? I know I have. Have these thoughts caused you to feel condemned and wondering, “If I am a brand-new creation in Christ, how could I possibly think such things?” In this post, we are going to look at the daily […]
Holy but Hoodwinked
Kids Say the Darndest Things
I will never forget what my 4-year-old grandson, Logan, said to the waitress that night in the restaurant. (He’s 10 now.) As everyone with small children knows, public dining can oftentimes be a less than pleasurable experience—especially when our pint-sized dinner companions aren’t getting their own way and/or it’s close to their bedtime. This particular […]
The Most Important Verse in the Bible
We see it plastered on billboards, painted on signs being waved by fans in football stadiums and also on some of the players’ faces. It’s one of the first verses we memorize as children in Sunday school. Most Americans have been exposed to what I believe is the most important verse in the Bible. It’s […]
Do You Have a Sweet Spot?
Do you have a sweet spot? A place where you savor life? A place where all is good and right and wonderful in your world? Just in case you’re wondering, I’m talking about a state of mind—not an actual physical place. A state of mind where you find contentment, regardless of your external circumstances (Isa. […]
Why I Love Jesus So Much
I have often wondered why the Lord created me to be such a romantic. At times, I’ve even thought, “There must be something wrong with me because of my strong desire to be romanced.” My teenage years were spent dreaming of the day when the perfect man would ride into my life on a white […]
What You See Isn’t Always What You Get
Right before I turned 51, my husband, Steven, asked me if there was anything in particular that I wanted for my birthday. Gifts is one of his love languages so he really enjoys giving them. Most of the time, I can’t think of anything I want or need. But this particular time I told him […]
What It Means to be the Bride of Christ
The bride of Christ is made up of every believer in Christ throughout the ages (John 3:29; 2 Cor. 11:2; Eph. 5:22–32; Rev. 19:7–9; 21:2, 9; 22:17). I believe He has called me, along with many others, to proclaim to the church her identity as His deeply cherished bride. He longs for His bride to […]
The Secret to Living a Happy Christian Life
Are you a believer in Christ, but you feel like something is missing from your life? You can’t quite put your finger on it. All you know is that you aren’t experiencing the happiness that other Christians seem to be experiencing. You’re not alone. I’ve been there, too. But can I tell you a secret? […]
