Have you ever gone out of your way to do something really nice for someone else only to find out it wasn’t really what they wanted? The thought of all that wasted effort is enough to make one heartsick! As humans, we do this all of the time, though, don’t we? I could slave away… [read more]
5 Reasons to Study the Bible Chronologically
I sat across the table from my friend and nodded along as if I understood what she was talking about. In our conversation, she referenced a biblical character and that character’s unique story. I knew who she meant. I was familiar with the name. However, I wasn’t as familiar with the story as I let… [read more]
How to Study the Bible: 4 Resources
As a church-planter’s wife, I have the privilege of leading a weekly Women’s Bible Study group. Walking with these women through life has taught me a great deal about Christian women in general. Most of us would agree that we need more time in God’s Word. Most of us would also agree that we face… [read more]
6 More Benefits of Studying God’s Word
Most Christian women have heard of the importance of regular Bible study, yet many fail to see the Bible as the powerful weapon and tool it is described as in Scripture. Some are simply unaware of the many benefits of studying God’s Word! I see it all too often in my own life, and in… [read more]
6 Ways to Set Goals with Confidence
I’ve felt the familiar tension and resisted it all day long. I know what I should do, what a part of my being wants to do, yet I don’t do it. Setting new goals is easier to avoid. It’s the tension between the old-in-sin me and the new-in-Christ me, the self-centered, lazy, fearful me and… [read more]
7 Tips for a More Peaceful Christmas
Several Christmases ago, as I looked at the family calendar, my heart hardened with resentment. For a season said to bring joy and light and peace, it was only bringing me stress! In addition to my overwhelmed schedule, the desire to provide gifts for our family led to financial stress. And then there was our… [read more]