Where to Read the Christmas Story in the Bible Recently, someone asked me, “Where can I find the Christmas story in the Bible?” The Christmas story is found primarily in the first two chapters of Matthew and Luke. These chapters unfold the events of Jesus’ birth, from the angel’s message…
It was 3 AM, and I sat on the edge of my bed, tears streaming down my face. I had prayed, begged, and pleaded with God for weeks, but the silence was deafening. I wondered if He was listening—or if He cared at all. I felt lost and alone, just…
Welcome Over the last week, the time has gotten away from me, and I’ve walked my son’s dog, Kimber, after dark. I’ve watched as, neighbor by neighbor, homes have lit up in preparation for celebrating the birth of Jesus. A little light can go such a long way. I noticed,…
A Prayer When I Can’t Understand God’s Plan Introduction There are times when God’s plan feels invisible, and we’re left wondering why things are unfolding as they are. Life’s twists can leave us struggling, asking God, “Where are You in this?” Yet, even in times of confusion, prayer remains a…
Welcome to the Thankful Grateful Blessed Bible Reading & GRATITUDE Challenge A friend stopped by yesterday, and her words reminded me that I have so much to be thankful for. God is good. All the time. It’s easy to ask questions that fall in line with our emotional state, and…
Today was one of those days when I struggled with my choices. I know, I know. Wow, God is much better at orchestrating my life than I am. There’s so much to do that I don’t have time to do, and somehow, the Lord makes it all work better than…
Do you ever wonder if God is really listening? If you’ve ever questioned the impact of your prayers or felt disheartened by what seems like God’s silence, take comfort. The Bible assures us that God hears every prayer. And what’s more, there are at least 5 prayers God always answers….
Have you ever felt unsure of your next step? Maybe the path seemed straightforward at first, but then you reached a point where you weren’t sure what to do. In these moments, we often need specific direction. What happens when you need God’s guidance? Abraham’s servant, Eliezer, found himself in…
For he has not despised or scorned the suffering of the afflicted one; he has not hidden his face from him but has listened to his cry for help. Psalm 22:24 Sometimes, life leaves us speechless. We pray to God without grand words, eloquent requests, or answers. I’ve been there…
Desperate Prayers Bible Reading Challenge Welcome to the Desperate Prayers Bible reading challenge! Moments of desperation strike every human heart. Whether tragedy, sickness, or brokenness, the reasons for our despair seem endless. As I have drenched myself in the Psalms since my daughter, Taylor’s, death, time after time, Psalm 102:17…
The last words I whispered over my daughter weren’t grand or profound. They were simple: “God, please.” In those moments, I realized something about desperate prayers I hadn’t recognized before. God was big enough to hold my Taylor in heaven and hold me on earth at the same time. Life…
Have you ever heard a little one say to her mama, “But you said!”? I used to think of God as a parent like me. I never liked it when my kids used the phrase “But you said…” because I didn’t think they understood my words. It usually meant there…
