Who knew that the news of our nation would bring so much sorrow and grief this week? To say that we are challenged to see beauty is a severe understatement. But isn’t that what a Bible reading challenge does for us? We are challenged to read, soak up and apply God’s…
And another month has passed! Wow- I can hardly believe it. The Pure Joy Bible reading challenge has been the most challenging plan for me personally. Even yesterday, on the last day of the monthly challenge, I discovered that my credit card number had been stolen and used three times….
He has made everything beautiful in its time. Ecclesiastes 3:11 The 21st book of the Old Testament, Ecclesiastes, has always intrigued me. Solomon, known as the wisest who ever lived, wrote this sermon in his older years. His reflections on life and its meaning provide both practical and inspiring tips…
This morning I meditated on today’s Pure Joy Bible reading passage just a little longer than usual. Since we began this topical Bible reading plan at the beginning of the month, I’ve felt challenged due to circumstances beyond my control. For two days my kitchen was out of commission due…
If you’ve subscribed to the blog any amount of time, then you know that I love to study the Bible using all different means and methods. Whether a group study, devotional, personal study, or Bible journaling, reading God’s Word is a lifeline that I can never substitute with anything else. Studying…
I can honestly tell you that this monthly Bible reading plan has challenged me on a daily basis more than any we’ve completed. God’s Word is alive and active, amen? Let’s take a look at the Pure Joy Bible reading summary week 2. Isaiah 35:4-10 This is what the redeemed and…
Hey there, Friends! It’s hard to believe we are 9 days in to this month’s Bible reading challenge!! This week was the first of summer vacation for my kiddos and we enjoyed it immensely. The Bible reading plan has been exactly what God would have for me as each day…
Suffering affects each and every one of us in this world. As a result of sin in the garden of Eden, mankind has endured physical labor, affliction, and heartache. Suffering is no respecter of persons.It’s easy to think “Why me?” But I’ve heard of many folks who ask instead “Why not…
For those of you looking for the Friday Bible reading challenge summary post, we only had 2 days of the Bible reading challenge under our belts this week, so I opted to hold those to next week’s summary. I received  emails from quite a few of you saying “I missed…
I wonder if Pharrell Williams knew just how catchy the tune and lyrics to “Happy” would turn out to be.  After watching Despicable Me 2, my kids automatically start smiling and dancing whenever they hear “Happy.” In fact, when I started typing this post I turned it on, just to see if…
Hey there! Friday’s HERE! Woohoo! How many of you are getting a long weekend for the holiday? And who is not? So I’m summing up the Bible reading this week and I sense a theme. One of being confident in what Christ has done for us and one of knowing…
Wow- how did we get to week 3 already?! I’m writing to you from Dallas this weekend and I’m sorry that the summary is releasing on Saturday in place of Friday. The pace this week has been a bit crazy. But God has really worked in my heart this week!…
