What comes to mind when you think of love? Maybe a candlelight dinner with romantic music playing in the background. Or a bouquet of beautiful roses. I have to admit my natural default is to think about love in light of all those sweet things that make me feel valued. But the truth is – love goes beyond pleasant feelings, and what I think is good for me.
Intentional Growth
This month we’ve taken a look at a few aspects of discipline – remembering to keep God first and making sure our thinking is accurate. These are things we often choose to ignore. But if we want to grow in our relationship with Christ, they are things we need to consider.
Go with the Flow, or Take a Stand?
I’m not an early morning person. Getting out of a warm bed in the dark isn’t very appealing. When I wake up, I have a choice to make: embrace the day with all its God-given potential, or be lazy and simply roll over and drift back to sleep.
Have you ever noticed how quickly things get off track when you don’t do what you’re supposed to do? My normal morning routine looks something like this: take care of our pets, exercise, read my Bible and pray, get ready for the day. But when I choose to sleep in, I end up having to skip my exercise or postpone my Bible study until later. Yes, sleep is important – but discipline has a place in my life too.
Craving God’s Presence or His Presents?
The ruler had everything going for him. He was young, wealthy, and he was probably handsome, too. But somewhere deep inside, he must have felt something was missing. A nagging doubt about his eternity motivated this man to find Jesus. The question tumbled from his lips:
Stuff Doesn’t Satisfy
Stuff and things, gadgets and gizmos. It’s easy to let them consume our lives. My husband got me an Apple watch for my birthday and I guarantee I could have spent the entire evening playing around with every one of its super cool functions.
Are You Ready to Surrender?
I’ve said it before – I have a tough time with change. Even positive change can get my heart racing and my thoughts spinning.
When I launched my online Bible study, Outrageously Fruitful, in September, I remember being so nervous. . .
What’s It Worth To You?
I’m a fragrance girl. I love all different kinds of scents – from the fresh, invigorating ones, to those with floral notes – it’s always a treat to add a new perfume to my assortment. But the price has to be right. Admittedly, I’m a bargain shopper; always on the hunt for the best deal
Not Your Ordinary Hero
Who is your hero? Is there someone in your life you look to as a role model? Chances are, your hero probably doesn’t possess super-powers or wear a red cape. People that make me sit up and take notice are those who choose to serve rather than be served. Those who treat others with respect even when they’re treated poorly.
Am I Beautiful
Do you remember being a teenager? For some of us, those were years of high drama, trying to fit in, and being obsessed with our appearance.
When Taking the Next Step is Scary
How are things going for you? Maybe you’re facing some real challenges that have left you with lots of questions. I’ve been there. Several years ago, my husband’s position at work was eliminated. . .