We often read about people’s grueling survival or perilous journeys through war zones, immersing ourselves into a world of dirt and darkness, but what about the light and hope that remained within so many? Children of the Stars brings both of these themes to life in this phenomenal narrative of two brothers as they trek across war-torn France to be reunited with their parents.
“Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold.” Proverbs 3:13-14
Throughout the Bible, wisdom is spoken of with great renown. One …
About two years ago, I wrote a review for the book Messy Grace (click here to read my review). After a close friend came out as gay, I struggled to know how to respond. I …
When someone breaks a bone, it's important to get follow up x-rays to determine the healing process. These visits to the clinic tend to be straightforward; you walk in, give the front desk your doctor's …
Over the last decade, the popularity of genealogy tests has risen. People want to learn their heritage and understand where they come from; but, unbeknown to many was that by submitting their DNA, families would …
On May 30th, two astronauts blasted off into space.
A truly incredible landmark of history.
An enormous feat of human achievement.
As I sit here in the dark, I feel like I have achieved so little in my …
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A few years ago, I stumbled upon Tammy L. Gray as she was promoting her series, Bentwood. Charmed by her relatable and realistic narratives, I was devastated to learn that she was struggling with being …
Breathe
Inhale
Exhale
The giver of life, who made me
He gave me lungs so that I may breathe
He gave me a heart that it might beat
He gave me veins through which my blood flows
I am alive
Every hair on …
"What about you? Where's your recognition?" Satan whispers in my ear.
It can be so easy to fall prey to Satan's taunts. His words may hold a fraction of truth, but while they sound enticing, they're …
Sometimes it's the book we don't think we need that is the most impactful! Back in 2016, my mom bought Uninvited after connecting with the subject matter; however, not being much of a reader, the …
You gave me tears for a reason, it would seem,
That I should follow them and let my heart open.
The things that move me the most,
I should intercede for them.
It is said that the things we …
One of the joys of attending gatherings, barbeques, parties, Bible studies, and other social events is having fellowship with people. But, have you ever gotten all dressed up and gone out in high hopes of …
Speak to me in words soft as silk, tell me my destiny
For it is in you that I find all things, that I find life
I feel the energy inside me, waiting to be released
It’s in …
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For forty years, the Israelites wandered in the desert. Because of their unbelief and disobedience, a journey that should've been a short walk into the Promised Land took an entire generation! Just picture that for …
When I was still far away, you came running to meet me
When all around me was chaos, you held me then
And you hold me now, as I step into new places
Wading through the shallows into …
The name Oskar Schindler is known around the world. During the Holocaust, more than a thousand Jews were saved because of Schindler's List; however, have you ever wondered about the people whose names were written …
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Matthew 13:2-9, “...A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Some fell on rocky places, where …
What really happened in the children’s block of Hitler’s death camp? Did books really save Dita? Was Israel truly the land of promise and freedom in 1949? The inspiration of an international bestseller shares the …
Finishing a fabulous book series is always bittersweet. For more than three years, Cities of Refuge has taken us on a journey that brought us into Moriyah and Derek’s family, allowing us to get to …
“When life piles up and you're feeling overcome
Stand still and believe, I won't let you drown
When a cry's in your throat, watching all the waves below
Lift your eyes to the sky and trust that I …
Have you ever called out to God, but it felt like He wasn’t listening? Maybe you have faced a tragedy and are wondering where God was in your time of need. Pastors, friends, Bible studies, …
When you get pregnant for the first time, it's exciting. For me, I wanted to buy clothes and plan parties. However, no one prepared me for the challenges of parenting. You're kind of thrown into …
INCREDIBLE! FANTASTIC! REFRESHING! MEMORABLE!
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"Rid yourselves of anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips." RATHER, "Clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." (Colossians 3:8,12)
How many of us are guilty of allowing anger to control our …
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WEEKLY ENCOURAGEMENT: It can be challenging to remain joyful, patient, and faithful when the world feels numb or looks as though it's crumbling around you.
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This month has been tough for me. After breaking my toe, I thought that it would be a quick recovery, but other complications have caused previous injuries to return and my energy to be sapped. I wanted to stay strong and close to God, but rather than going to Yeshua for comfort, I found myself scrolling for endless hours through social media and streaming services.
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It feels good to binge while you’re in the zone, but as soon as you turn the screen off, your body tells you that it didn’t help expel the pain. Sure, there are times when it’s fun to binge-watch with friends, but when it becomes a coping mechanism, we get into the habit of feeding our bodies with the wrong food.
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This week, I said that enough was enough, and have made an effort to redirect my thoughts. Rather than looking at my faith through the pain, I was inspired by Lecrae’s latest devotional (Restoration) to examine my pain through faith, focusing on the joy and looking to God for my comfort and peace. Though I still have pain and my energy isn’t what it was before the accident, I have found that this new mindset has made me feel happier, more productive, and is slowly bringing me out of the tunnel I’d disappeared into.
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Are you dealing with pain or going through a dark season? I would love to pray for you and encourage you to read 2 Corinthians 1:3-7. Don’t give up hope! Ask the Father to reveal the meaning of this season you’re going through, and never stop praying! 🙏🏼
WEEKLY ENCOURAGEMENT: It can be challenging to remain joyful, patient, and faithful when the world feels numb or looks as though it's crumbling around you.
🙍🏻
This month has been tough for me. After breaking my toe, I thought that it would be a quick recovery, but other complications have caused previous injuries to return and my energy to be sapped. I wanted to stay strong and close to God, but rather than going to Yeshua for comfort, I found myself scrolling for endless hours through social media and streaming services.
📱
It feels good to binge while you’re in the zone, but as soon as you turn the screen off, your body tells you that it didn’t help expel the pain. Sure, there are times when it’s fun to binge-watch with friends, but when it becomes a coping mechanism, we get into the habit of feeding our bodies with the wrong food.
🤳🏼
This week, I said that enough was enough, and have made an effort to redirect my thoughts. Rather than looking at my faith through the pain, I was inspired by Lecrae’s latest devotional (Restoration) to examine my pain through faith, focusing on the joy and looking to God for my comfort and peace. Though I still have pain and my energy isn’t what it was before the accident, I have found that this new mindset has made me feel happier, more productive, and is slowly bringing me out of the tunnel I’d disappeared into.
🤗
Are you dealing with pain or going through a dark season? I would love to pray for you and encourage you to read 2 Corinthians 1:3-7. Don’t give up hope! Ask the Father to reveal the meaning of this season you’re going through, and never stop praying! 🙏🏼
The Bible speaks about pride coming before destruction. Having the power to infect a person's heart and destroy their relationship with God, pride is not something to take lightly. A single seed can sprout multiple fruits; however, we have the authority to stop its growth! By allowing the Holy Spirit to instruct and refine us, we can turn Satan's schemes into stepping stones, sharpening our weapons for battle, and gaining wisdom in the lessons!
If you are dedicated to living your life for Yeshua, these prideful thoughts do not need to tempt or divert your gaze anymore! I'm currently learning this (blog coming soon) and have found that when prideful thoughts whisper in my ear, I must take the thoughts captive and exclaim, "No, this is not about me, these thoughts are lies, and Satan is not going to draw me away from Kingdom living!"
"It is pride, and her many infectious daughters, that lure us into discord and dissension, wranglings and controversies, disharmony and disagreements - conflict and friction."
Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/proverbs-13-10
In a world where self has become the central focus, and your number of followers equals success, it's time to fight! Satan shall not succeed! He has stolen too many Believers by sowing pride into their hearts, but his reign ends now!
The Bible speaks about pride coming before destruction. Having the power to infect a person's heart and destroy their relationship with God, pride is not something to take lightly. A single seed can sprout multiple fruits; however, we have the authority to stop its growth! By allowing the Holy Spirit to instruct and refine us, we can turn Satan's schemes into stepping stones, sharpening our weapons for battle, and gaining wisdom in the lessons!
If you are dedicated to living your life for Yeshua, these prideful thoughts do not need to tempt or divert your gaze anymore! I'm currently learning this (blog coming soon) and have found that when prideful thoughts whisper in my ear, I must take the thoughts captive and exclaim, "No, this is not about me, these thoughts are lies, and Satan is not going to draw me away from Kingdom living!"
"It is pride, and her many infectious daughters, that lure us into discord and dissension, wranglings and controversies, disharmony and disagreements - conflict and friction."
Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/proverbs-13-10
In a world where self has become the central focus, and your number of followers equals success, it's time to fight! Satan shall not succeed! He has stolen too many Believers by sowing pride into their hearts, but his reign ends now!
People love giving their opinions. They have no problem getting into our business and explaining that what we're doing is wrong, but should Believers be meddling in God's plans for another? Who are they to question God's voice? If we devote our lives to living after God, we will never be able to stick to the status quo or fit inside one of society's boxes! Does the Bible have anything to say about this? You betcha!
As believers in Yeshua, we are automatically targeted and judged for how we live. We don’t fit the status quo, and that threatens people. They can’t put us in a box, so their instinct is to go on the defence and try to “fix” us. It’s draining, and we will spend our whole lives trying to reason with people and explain why we’re doing these things; but, guess what, we don’t owe them anything.
Of course, we want to defend our name and explain why we are living a certain way or going through particular things, but those who have not gone through the same journey will never understand. It’s time we stop wasting that energy on defending ourselves against man and use that energy to fight the attacks of the enemy that come at us in our weakness. We’ll never fit into people’s bubbles, but we will thrive when we stop asking the questions, “Is there something really wrong with me? Could I be doing more? Are those people right?” And begin seeing what the Father is doing. He is leading us and showing us what we are to be doing right now; it’s not up to other people.
So, be encouraged that you are on the right track and all those opinions are people trying to understand with their carnal minds, rather than seeing you through the Spirit’s eyes!
“Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To their own master, servants stand or fall. And they will stand, for the Lord is able to make them stand...” Romans 14:4
People love giving their opinions. They have no problem getting into our business and explaining that what we're doing is wrong, but should Believers be meddling in God's plans for another? Who are they to question God's voice? If we devote our lives to living after God, we will never be able to stick to the status quo or fit inside one of society's boxes! Does the Bible have anything to say about this? You betcha!
As believers in Yeshua, we are automatically targeted and judged for how we live. We don’t fit the status quo, and that threatens people. They can’t put us in a box, so their instinct is to go on the defence and try to “fix” us. It’s draining, and we will spend our whole lives trying to reason with people and explain why we’re doing these things; but, guess what, we don’t owe them anything.
Of course, we want to defend our name and explain why we are living a certain way or going through particular things, but those who have not gone through the same journey will never understand. It’s time we stop wasting that energy on defending ourselves against man and use that energy to fight the attacks of the enemy that come at us in our weakness. We’ll never fit into people’s bubbles, but we will thrive when we stop asking the questions, “Is there something really wrong with me? Could I be doing more? Are those people right?” And begin seeing what the Father is doing. He is leading us and showing us what we are to be doing right now; it’s not up to other people.
So, be encouraged that you are on the right track and all those opinions are people trying to understand with their carnal minds, rather than seeing you through the Spirit’s eyes!
“Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To their own master, servants stand or fall. And they will stand, for the Lord is able to make them stand...” Romans 14:4
You are not defeated! This is not the end! “We need both the winds of hardship and the winds of relief to sweep across our lives if we are to be truly fruitful!” ~ @lysaterkeurst, Uninvited
Take heart! While it may seem like you’ve reached a block in the road or suffered complete destruction, it’s not over yet. God is calling to you. He wants to refine you and take your hand, so you don’t have to walk through this darkness and trial alone! Call out to him; he’s listening! It won’t be a quick victory, but each step is one step further. Keep walking and be encouraged because Jesus/Yeshua is right there with you, coaxing you on and ready to share His wisdom with you!
“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. For we who are alive are always being given over to death for Jesus’ sake, so that his life may also be revealed in our mortal body.” 2 Corinthians 4:8-11 NIV
You are not defeated! This is not the end! “We need both the winds of hardship and the winds of relief to sweep across our lives if we are to be truly fruitful!” ~ @lysaterkeurst, Uninvited
Take heart! While it may seem like you’ve reached a block in the road or suffered complete destruction, it’s not over yet. God is calling to you. He wants to refine you and take your hand, so you don’t have to walk through this darkness and trial alone! Call out to him; he’s listening! It won’t be a quick victory, but each step is one step further. Keep walking and be encouraged because Jesus/Yeshua is right there with you, coaxing you on and ready to share His wisdom with you!
“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. For we who are alive are always being given over to death for Jesus’ sake, so that his life may also be revealed in our mortal body.” 2 Corinthians 4:8-11 NIV
