What if this week, every time we look in the mirror and think … “Uggh, I need to ______ {lose weight, do something about these wrinkles, get rid of those dark circles under my eyes, etc.} you say this out loud: “He calls me Beautiful.” Because it’s true. He does! You are chosen. Treasured. Redeemed. […]
No More Guilt-induced Doubt
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When Your Heart Needs Mending
Sometimes our hearts get to hurting and we don’t know where to turn. When our emotions are bleeding it’s easy to forget we have a Healer. It’s easy to run from the pain. My friend Suzie Eller is here today to remind us that we don’t have to run away. Jesus is inviting us to […]
for I AM {with you}
Nothing comforts me like God’s promises. Nothing calms my heart the way He can. And on those days when I need to be brave and know I’m not alone, I remember the first time He spoke these words into my fearful heart and it made all the difference, over 25 years ago: This beautiful scripture art and more […]
He works {all things} together for good?
“I need extra praying power. I had a biopsy Thursday, and now I’m waiting for results. Having a tough time, both because of the pain and the unknowns.” As I read Michele’s text, my heart ached. Why God? Why now? Why this? Why Michele? Hasn’t she been through so much already this year? Michele’s reaction has been a lot […]