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Spiritual Battles and How To Fight Back
I had two people in mind when I was writing this article on spiritual battles. Here are the two hearts I’ve been praying for as I finish this bit of writing: I’m thinking of the discouraged believer. The one wrestling with doubt, burnout, and maybe even despair. You may feel like you’re in a spiritual rut. Maybe you’re in a season of life that feels like a grind right now and you’re ready for a break. You’re tempted to take your foot off the metaphorical…
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To The Girl Battling An Eating Disorder
I never thought I would be the girl battling an eating disorder… It was a warm July evening. I was sitting in my bedroom reading a fiction book by a well-known Christian author. That’s when the idea to purge the dinner I had just eaten came to me. I was 15 and had only heard of eating disorders in textbooks before that day. Not as a ‘solution’ to difficulty as this book was unintentionally proposing. My story is found in the 1 in 4…
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Stop Striving: Focus On Being Present With God This Year
Happy New Year Friends! I’ve been thinking about the importance of just being present with God lately… It has been a tradition in my family to pick a word for the upcoming year. This year my word is Presence. And I would love to share my reflections on this word. I will jump right in and start with a few thoughtful questions. These are questions I’ve been asking myself, and I hope you would also join in by thinking of your responses as well. Let’s…
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6 Practical Steps To Apply The Bible To Your Life
Do you ever spend time reading your Bible and five minutes later you’re wondering, “What did I even read today?” This article is for you! We’re talking all about practical ways to better apply the Bible to our life. Readers are leaders, they say, but only when they take what they learn and run with it. If you want a true life change, you’ve got to have an action plan. Here are a few reasons we’re told to study the Bible in scripture: 1. We…
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6 Great Ways To Dive Deeper Into Bible Study
Want to dive a bit deeper into your study of the Bible? These are all techniques that I use! Journal What Stands Out First, start simple! Jot down anything that jumps off the page at you. Don’t overlook the Holy Spirit’s power to reveal new and exciting things in scripture each time you read. It’s amazing how I can be so familiar with a section of the Bible, but learn new things every time I read it! Pro Tip: Take a minute to pray before…
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3 Simple Bible Outlines That Anyone Can Do
Learning how to read the Bible by using these 3 simple outlines has been essential for growing my knowledge of scripture. It keeps my mind from wandering and helps me get more out of the text than I would have without a reading plan! My heart is that anyone would be able to pick up the Bible, read it, and understand it. It’s all about having the right approach, tools, and resources. That’s what I’m going to share today. Make sure you grab this free…
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How To Start A DNA Group: Women’s Bible Study
I’ve talked to many women over the years about the best way to study the Bible in community. Here’s how to get started with A DNA Group: Women’s Bible Study. What Is A DNA Group? The “DNA” group model was created by a pastor named Robby Gallaty. You can read his book, “Replicate: How to Create A Culture Of Disciple-Making Right Where You Are”, to get the full and specific model that he originally created. We have modified the process to adapt to the needs…
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Simple Kids Check-In For A New School Year
Last, but certainly not least, our fall inventory series is doing a simple fall check-in for our kids! Children change so rapidly that it can be hard to keep up with what they need at each stage. It feels like it takes constant communication and connection with them to know how we can best help them as their parents. Make sure you check out the resources at the end of this article for some of our favorite kids resources and parenting resources! Here Are 4…
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Marriage Check-In For A New Season
Does your marriage need a check-in? I am a firm believer that in order to have a healthy marriage, it takes intentionality, time, and thorough communication. Having time to assess your marriage’s health is essential to a healthy marriage! If you don’t know take an inventory of your marriage, how can you know how healthy your marriage is? I may be slightly addicted to fresh starts and evaluating things, but I like to think it’s helpful! If you missed our article about taking a fall…
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Finding Hope And Love In Jesus
I’m just a little excited to introduce you to a dear friend of mine. Tabitha gave me a firsthand look into what it was like to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Her example of finding hope and love in Jesus dramatically changed my life. (Someday I’d love to share my full testimony of how Jesus changed my life, but we’ll save that for another day!) You can read how my faith has impacted my career here. Tabitha’s personal relationship with Jesus, as well as…
