Life on planet Earth is complex, isn’t it? I’ve been reading the book of Psalms almost every day for several years. Some days, I just read one or a few verses, and other days, I read several chapters. Last week, I read Psalm 69. And then I read it again….
Each day of the Pure Joy: Cultivating A Happy Heart Bible Reading & Prayer Journal contains: Why the Pure Joy Bible Reading Challenge? As my sister and I organized my dad’s bookshelves post his heavenly homegoing, we found ourselves in puddles of tears and yet, laughing too. Amid heartache and…
Praise God No Matter What “God is good. All the time. All the time. God is good.” Just yesterday, someone explained to me the meaning of these words in his life in reference to a responsive reading his pastor had often shared. We don’t have to feel good for these…
Bible Verses for When You Feel Overwhelmed Reading God’s Word is the best remedy I can recommend for feeling overwhelmed. When our souls long for quiet and rest and we need to take our burdens to Jesus, then we find comfort in his care. His word is our refuge and…
Once worry strikes, it can be incredibly difficult to stop. I don’t have to tell you this because you’ve experienced it. One small thought of care entered your mind, and before long, your brain transformed into full-blown anxiety mode. In the Soul Secure Bible reading plan and journal, I emphasize…
When Struggles Come When life’s struggles come, and yes, you’d better believe they will come, the number one focus must be to rely on truth. Truth can be challenging to uncover in this world, but God’s promises are always true. This I know and depend on. 10 Bible Verses to…
A Prayer for Easter Dear Father, My eyes lift to HeavenIn total adoration of the one true God you are.Your incredible love for the worldExceeds my imagination And your gracious gift of lifeExcels beyond my understanding.When I reflect on the cross of Calvary,My mind fails to grasp the depth of…
Sunday night I received the news that a longtime family friend went to be with Jesus. Although he was afflicted with a form of MPS, the same terminal disease as my daughter, Taylor, his passing was unexpected and unanticipated. His heavenly homegoing prompted my heart to share these 20 Bible verses…
Love is in the air! I can hardly believe that Valentine’s Day is next week! As a child, I’m not so sure that I loved “loving,” but I think I loved chocolate as much then as I do now. While the last couple days I’ve been thinking over what Valentine’s…
Each day of the Praying the Psalms Bible Reading Plan & Journal contains: Why the Praying the Psalms Bible Reading Challenge? In Honor of Rachel’s father, this month’s challenge is Praying the Psalms. Perhaps like me, you have been striving to embrace this season through the lens of sorrow. When…
FREE BIBLE PRINTABLES Whether you’re looking for Bible printables for your small group, Sunday School class, youth group, neighborhood gathering, or personal quiet time, you’ll find this page of FREE Bible printable resources to be exactly what you need. These free Bible reading plans, journaling pages, Scripture verse cards, games,…
When I was in college, I always admired the girls who faithfully read their Bibles and never seemed to get bored. I mean, we were in Bible college. We heard the Bible in chapel, in class, at dorm devotions, and in our ministries. In my immature state, sometimes, honestly, I…
