Knowing God
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Stubbornness: A Path to Healing
Stubbornness often masquerades as strength, but in reality, it’s a symptom of our deeper heart wounds. Ezekiel 36:26 shows us that God desires to give us a heart of flesh, free from the hardened places caused by pain and trauma. Stubbornness blocks us from receiving the fruits of the Spirit, such as love, patience, and…
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Why Love God with ALL of your Heart?
A Story of Disaster: King Solomon King Solomon is one of the most tragic examples in the Bible of a person who, despite his wisdom and a good beginning, failed to love God with all his heart. Solomon started out with great devotion, asking God for wisdom to lead the people of Israel. God blessed…
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Finding Opportunity in the Problem: A Biblical Perspective for Women
As women of faith we often face challenges that are overwhelming. We can get caught up in the difficulty of the moment, feeling like the problem is way too big to handle or that there’s no way out. As I pray for friends and clients in the south hit by overwhelming disaster, the Lord keeps…
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Who Do You REALLY Believe God is?
Have you ever stopped to consider that your life—the choices you make, the way you handle challenges, and even the way you view yourself—reflects your beliefs about God? At the core of our daily living is the profound truth that our actions, attitudes, and outlook are deeply connected to who we believe God is. KEY…
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Good Things Come to Those Who Wait? It’s Not What You Think…
We’ve all heard the saying, “Good things come to those who wait.” But what does that really mean, especially when we’re in a season of waiting that feels endless, uncertain, or even painful? Many of us might assume it’s just about sitting tight and hoping for the best, but God offers us a deeper, more…
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God, Show Me What You See
Asking God this question, “Show Me What You See” has been a game changer for me. It probably all began thanks to a mentor of mine named Edna. Here’s the story of Edna… Her legacy continues on… “In every challenging situation, there lies a significant opportunity to build God’s kingdom. When division arises, it often…
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Beholding Jesus in the New Year: Embracing the Beatitudes
Photo by Patricia McCarty Welcome to a new year, a fresh season brimming with hope, possibilities, and unknown adventures. Behold, behold, behold… this word has kept going over in my mind. For the past month, I have sensed Holy Spirit impress on me the truth of what you and I behold (look at), we become.…
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Our Sin and Gifting Come from the Same Drive
This nugget has come up several times in the last few days with numerous people. Our sin and gifting come from the same drive, but it’s where we look that determines whether we are in sin or walking in our calling. Below is a reflection given in April 2023 in Augusta, Georgia which includes this…
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God, Show Me More of You
ENCOUNTER THE ONE WHO SEES YOU AND HEARS YOU One day I received yet another email from a woman who was struggling with anxiety and depression. She was looking for hope and had heard bits and pieces of my story but wanted to hear more. Her email resonated with me deeply, reminding me of my…
Following and Trusting : Encountering God Out of the Box 