We only get one shot at living life – one chance. Why, then, would we ever spend it passively, in a mode of default? According to the dictionary, default is defined as “a failure to act; inaction or neglect.” To translate that, living by default would mean a failure to show up for our lives, […]
[Continue reading...]A Royal Encounter
June 30, 2020 1 Comment
Most of us know the story of Cinderella. She was born of high estate, was dearly loved by her father, and had everything that made her happy and secure. Then life happened—loss, betrayal, cruelty, and abuse. In her heart she knew there was something better. Sparked by hope—an invitation to a royal ball—she dreamed of a life […]
[Continue reading...]Captivated by His Fragrance
June 23, 2020 Leave a Comment
Walking through the fragrance department can be such a memorable shopping experience because it enhances so many of your senses. Not only is perusing the aisles filled with beautiful perfume bottles fun to look at, but it can also transport you to another dimension of experience through your sense of smell. Having the opportunity to […]
[Continue reading...]Encouraging Scriptures for Today
June 16, 2020 Leave a Comment
HERE ARE 5 ENCOURAGING SCRIPTURES FOR TODAY: “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.” —Hebrews 10:23 “…but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be […]
[Continue reading...]Fit for a Queen
June 9, 2020 Leave a Comment
The story of Esther captivates me. No matter how many times I read it, my heart leaps with excitement and joy. It seems to be the type of story I would read in a novel or see played out as a Hollywood movie, yet there is nothing fictional about it. I believe God has woven […]
[Continue reading...]Five Encouraging Scriptures for Today
June 2, 2020 Leave a Comment
HERE ARE 5 ENCOURAGING SCRIPTURES FOR TODAY: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” —Romans 15:13 “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you […]
[Continue reading...]The Fruit of Our Lips
May 26, 2020 Leave a Comment
Words have power. Words are not just sounds that we hear; they are living, powerful realities that can either help or harm. In the book of Proverbs, Solomon teaches about human speech. Proverbs 25:11 states: “A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver” (NRSV). The word fitly is a […]
[Continue reading...]Simplicity in Spring
May 19, 2020 Leave a Comment
Spring signals nature’s awakening. As nature unfolds the newness all around us, we may find ourselves desiring lighter, fresher food choices. Spring foods bring a clean, crisp, fragrant element to the menu (think berries and early greens). Greens, a traditional springtime food choice in most cultures, provide a refreshing, cooling, and cleansing effect to the […]
[Continue reading...]God’s Spa
May 12, 2020 2 Comments
When thinking about spas, we usually envision someplace to relax, pamper ourselves, and get away from the hustle and bustle of life. It’s a place where we can go to forget our problems. But in my experience, going to a temporal spa only provides temporary relief. Therefore, I recommend God’s Spa, where we can find […]
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