When I lost my mama to leukemia twenty years ago, my husband encouraged me to read the Psalms. The book of Psalms became a familiar friend, one that I would spend time with over and over again, pouring balm on my hurting heart. When deep loss struck again and my daughter, Taylor, went to heaven, the book of Psalms became more than a familiar friend. I felt the depth of the words in my soul on a … [Read more...] about Praying the Psalms
Bible Reading Plans
Certain through Uncertainty Bible Reading Plan & Journal Challenge
Certain through Uncertainty- isn't this what we really want? To walk through a predictable world without a single doubt? I saw a meme the other day that said, "I would like to live in precedented times, please." Maybe you too? I'm a planner. I like life organized and part of the fun for me? Knowing and anticipating what is coming up next. Maybe you haven't adapted the scout's motto of "Be … [Read more...] about Certain through Uncertainty Bible Reading Plan & Journal Challenge
Rest for the Weary Bible Reading Plan & Journal Challenge
2020 has been a year unlike any other. In my observance of other people, I feel like I'm not the only one who's tired. The past few months have taken a considerable amount of energy to transition through. Summer is the season to soak up the sunshine and perhaps enjoy a different pace. But I know for some of you, you're still trying to figure out how to pay bills from quarantine or how to adjust … [Read more...] about Rest for the Weary Bible Reading Plan & Journal Challenge
In His Presence Bible Reading Plan and Journal Challenge
The past couple months of life with COVD-19 has been challenging for our family, as it has been for many of you. As I look toward summer, I am realizing more and more that this summer will be unlike others because we are truly living in unprecedented times. Discussions on pandemic, racism and rioting are family dinner topics. Life is strange to say the least. I don't have enormous words of … [Read more...] about In His Presence Bible Reading Plan and Journal Challenge
Praise Him Anyway Bible Reading Plan
I hardly know where to begin to introduce this month's Bible reading challenge. I'm so excited I can hardly type! COVD-19 has brought new challenges and a different way of life for everyone. Most of the changes feel daunting and unwanted. Our nation, and the whole world, is navigating uncharted territory. Restrictions are leaving many feeling isolated and lonely. Parents are feeling inadequate. … [Read more...] about Praise Him Anyway Bible Reading Plan
No Fear Bible Reading Plan: Choosing Faith When I’m Afraid
The Coronavirus has turned our world upside down and this week, many people across the globe have experienced a turn of events unlike any other time in our lifetime. It's easy to let fear grip our hearts when the unknown lurks. When we can't control our circumstances and decisions are made for us, the enemy wants us to believe that evil is winning. Friends, I'm hear to tell you God is … [Read more...] about No Fear Bible Reading Plan: Choosing Faith When I’m Afraid
Names of God Bible Reading Plan
Welcome to the Names of God Bible reading plan and journal challenge! If this is your first time here, then I’m so glad to have you! Each month I host a monthly Bible reading plan and journal challenge to help our community enjoy reading God’s Word together and encourage our hearts to be faithful to Him. Together, we have completed over 30 Bible reading plans, including annual reading … [Read more...] about Names of God Bible Reading Plan
True Love Bible Reading Plan
Welcome to the February 2020 True Love: Bible reading challenge! If this is your first time here, then I’m so glad to have you! INTRODUCTION Each month I host a monthly Bible reading plan and journal challenge to help our community enjoy reading God’s Word together and encourage our hearts to be faithful to Him. Together, we have completed over 40 Bible reading plans, including … [Read more...] about True Love Bible Reading Plan