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 Day looks like for our family, I've been thinking over the True Love Bible reading passages even more. Each day has been so poignant and provided much … [Read more...] about Bible Verse Valentine Printable
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Free Printable Prayer Journal
Yesterday I had the privilege of leading a prayer journaling session at the Church Next Door in Galloway, OH. The theme of this event was Oasis: A Place for Women to Be Refreshed. The three hour event consisted of a prayer walk, breakout sessions, fresh veggies, fruit, cheese, and fruit-infused waters, worship and a closing session by Pastor Jennifer Jackson. I loved every moment of the time we … [Read more...] about Free Printable Prayer Journal
Joy Journal Bookmark and Journaling Page
Joy is the serious business of heaven. - C.S. Lewis This month's Bible reading challenge on Pure Joy has caused me to reflect on joy more deeply than ever before.I say that I want joy, but how badly do I really want it?Am I willing to choose and embrace joy over the daily challenges presented?Am I thinking of service as a height of joy rather than a stepping stone to some … [Read more...] about Joy Journal Bookmark and Journaling Page
Finding Joy in Strange Places
Poverty is no stranger to me. Growing up, my father made sure that I knew what it was like for poor country folk. He drove the church bus on Sunday and for years, we visited folks on Saturday to encourage them to ride the bus to church on Sunday.Illness is no stranger to me. My daughter, Taylor, is 19 and she was diagnosed at age 4 with a terminal disease, MPS. For 15 years, I've pondered and … [Read more...] about Finding Joy in Strange Places
My Favorite Bible Journaling Tools and a FREE How-to Guide
Over the last few weeks, I've received several emails from readers asking about my favorite Bible journaling tools. I first began Bible art journaling in May this year and let's just be honest, I'm not the kind of artist who can draw or paint the seventh wonder of the world. However, I have stuck with the Bible art journaling because I found myself fighting distraction and fatigue while spending … [Read more...] about My Favorite Bible Journaling Tools and a FREE How-to Guide
When I Can t Sleep
Within the past couple months, I've hit another round of difficulty sleeping. One night a few weeks ago, I could not get my mind to shut down and had to move to the couch for fear of keeping my husband awake. At 2 am, I lie on the couch and prayed to the Lord. God, I am so very tired. Please, please help me to rest. Just relax and rest. I need you, Jesus, to give me peace and put my … [Read more...] about When I Can t Sleep
5 Easy Things for Do Something Nice Day
One of the things that I love about my husband is that he makes me laugh. And one of the silly things we laugh about is random holidays that no one really understands how they came about. I tried to research the history of "National Do Something Nice Day." And folks, I came up dry. Nada. Zilch. No one knows who created "Do Something Nice Day" and it's a very unofficial holiday.Regardless, I'm … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Things for Do Something Nice Day
What She Said (and TONS of Free Stuff You’ll Love!!)
Three weeks from today, on 10/20/15, my book, One More Step: Finding Strength When You Feel Like Giving Up, will be available for purchase online and in stores! Can you believe it? I can hardly believe it!! Since I've already told you about how I poured my heart into writing this book, I wanted you to hear from those who read the pre-release copy. "This is what she said:" This is literally my … [Read more...] about What She Said (and TONS of Free Stuff You’ll Love!!)