Have you ever been so overwhelmed, facing huge losses and pain from struggles that just don’t seem to end? Jack Sikora, in his just released book, The Bigger Picture, shares in a video interview, a little about his journey in overcoming loss and then restoration of a close relationship, with hope it will encourage others who are walking a long, hard path.
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Growth in the New Year
If you have ever grown houseplants you have noticed that they will bend and twist toward the light source. For many indoor plants, more light is better for them to be their healthiest and most vibrant. As humans, we can be affected by light as well. The lack of sunshine during the winter months can cause our mood to sink. Both plants and people can find growth in the new year by bathing in the light.Continue Reading
Christmas Comfort
The holidays can be hard. But God is reaching out to us offering comfort. Sharing a short devotional that offers hope and encouragement for Christmas comfort.Continue Reading
Christmas Nativity
The Christmas Story. The real reason for the season. Want to teach the little ones in your life about the birth of Jesus? Grab our FREE Christmas Nativity printable and plan a few moments to snuggle together with your kiddos this holiday season.Continue Reading
Thanksgiving Devotional
Along with the gathering of family and friends around a bountiful table of food and conversation, many take this opportunity to remember their blessings. This short Thanksgiving devotional with Bible verses and tips for giving thanks this day and the year through is a good place to start.
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Even When Song
Who doesn’t, at least occasionally, hit hard spots. Some resolve quickly. Other times we find ourselves in the valley of the shadows. Even When is a beautiful song by Micah Tyler that brings encouragement to fight the good fight. Know God is with us through it all and He is with us even when.Continue Reading
Heartbroken
(as an update, I am sharing the latest Grateful Prayer Thankful Heart newsletter here for those who missed it)
Heartbroken with the sudden and unimaginable loss of a daughter and grandson, a wife and a child, from labor complications.Continue Reading
I will Lie Down and Sleep
Encouraging words from the bible when worry and anxiety grip us. In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.
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Amazing Grace
The words by John Newton in his beloved hymn, Amazing Grace, never cease to move and humble with its message that forgiveness and redemption are possible regardless of sins committed through the mercy of God.
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Prayer Journal Printable
Use this cheerful Prayer Journal Printable as your diary with prompts for Scripture verses, counting blessings, ways to encourage and prayers. Keep the page(s) handy in a notebook or your bible.Continue Reading
Training in Righteousness
Training in righteousness is primarily the responsibility of the parents. And, by extension, grandparents can have an impact on spiritual teaching as well. Here is a list of 20 bible verses relating to passing the torch to the next generation.Continue Reading
Easter Scripture Printables
As Christians celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, his power over death and his amazing love for us, please enjoy these free Easter Scripture Printables. Print them and frame as a gift, or as a reminder that our Redeemer Lives!Continue Reading
Let’s Eat!
“Let’s Eat!” is the exclamation we often hear from hungry kids and adults just after food has been placed on the table. It is also the title of a brand new devotional. Let’s Eat! Giving Thanks with Jesus at Mealtimes is a 5-Day Devotional by author, Rachel Schmoyer, providing reflections for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Continue Reading
Psalm 91
Psalm 91 is one of the most encouraging passages of scripture to me. After completing the book, Living the Cross Centered Life by C.J. Mahaney, our community group Bible study is finished the year studying Psalm 91. It is a beautiful Psalm and I am sharing each verse with a photo of a blossom from my garden this past spring.Choose Prayer over Despair
Are you prone to anxiety? Faced with problems that you haven’t much control over? If you are like me, worry is your default. Situations and circumstances can easily produce anxiety. Counter those hard places by determining to Choose Prayer over Despair.Continue Reading
The Way I Should Go
What is the number one question you are seeking an answer to? The thing you are most looking to understand? The prayer you are praying most often? For me, the frequent question is knowing the way I should go.Continue Reading