New believers ask the best questions! Not only do they add excitement to Bible study meetings, but they challenge us to understand what we believe and why we believe it. Concepts that seem simple to understand for a seasoned believer are easy to take for granted. Just when you ...
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Do You Want Personal Revival Too?
There is much excitement surrounding the revival occurring at Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky. Soon after Asbury’s started, nearby Lee University began experiencing its own revival.
The other day, my husband sent me a picture of a sea of students gathered on campus at Baylor ...
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3 Simple Ways We Can Celebrate Light Every Day
It’s been about a week since we “fell back” to Standard Time. Many mourn the loss of daylight hours and post their frustration on social media. But I’m thinking about Christmas and how we celebrate light. In some ways, this frustration is a celebration. It reveals our deep need for light and how we ...
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God Keeps Every Promise He Makes
Recently, my husband, Tim, and I began leading a small group with our church. Both of us have led groups by ourselves, but this is our first time leading a group together. We often share what God is doing in our lives, but sharing what God is showing us as we lead others is different and ...
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The Promise of Christmas Advent Brings Joy
The holidays are upon us! Soon we will celebrate Thanksgiving and immediately following, the Christmas rush begins. Children are easily caught up in the excitement of Christmas. For them, it’s almost magical. As we mature, however, childlike awe dissipates. “Adulting” replaces wonder. Pressure to ...
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Essential Gear for Standing Firm in Spiritual Battles
When my girls were in Color Guard, my kitchen table was always a disaster. I know you aren’t supposed to use the words always and never, but it’s true! (OK, for the sake of better communication, I’ll phrase it differently.) My kitchen table was continually piled high and deep with all ...
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How Loving God Influences Every Part of Our Lives
Have you ever heard of the Shema? (pronounced sheh-mah) I knew it was a daily Hebrew prayer, but that’s about it. Recently, I read a devotional that discussed it briefly. The Shema is taken from 3 passages: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; 11:13-21; and Numbers 15:37-41. Reading these spurred me on to learn more! ...
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How to Stay Focused So You Can Pray Effectively
Charles Spurgeon said, “Prayer bends the omnipotence of heaven to your desire. Prayer moves the hand that moves the world.” I want my prayers to move God’s hand! I want to pray effectively! Especially for my children. As moms, we get to be part of God’s work in their lives through our ...
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