spiritualgrowth
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When Our Hearts Get Offended
We’ve all been there. Someone makes a comment—seemingly innocent—and suddenly, our blood pressure spikes. A minor inconvenience, like a long line or a misplaced item, sends frustration surging through our veins. That one person at the event, who we had to sit next to for hours, who was bathed in perfume? Why does it feel…
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Are you Feeling Apathetic?
When Apathy Creeps In: A Call to Reconnect Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions? Blah… The passion you once had for prayer, worship, or even daily life seems to have faded. You know you should care, but your heart feels distant, dull, or even numb. I live in an area…
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When the Storm Hits, Where do We Go?
(pic from the Jesus film) Life is full of storms. Some rage in our personal lives—financial struggles, broken relationships, health battles—while others loom over the world at large, like political division, cultural shifts, and global uncertainties. It’s easy to get swept up in fear and frustration, complaining about the winds and waves around us. But…
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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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Partnering with the Holy Spirit: Seeing Through God’s Eyes
In the journey of spiritual warfare, it’s easy to become fixated on the actions of the enemy. We may find ourselves consumed by thoughts of casting out demons, battling darkness, and constantly watching for signs of attack. Yet, in our fervor to combat the enemy, we risk losing sight of the true source of power…
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Removing the Plank: Powerful Reflection in How We Measure Others
When I see people who say they love Jesus and yet ‘call out’ people for their errors such as ‘misguided beliefs’, I see that they truly don’t understand the cross. I see this all the time. I have fallen into this error myself at times. When I do, I need to pause and pray. Our…
Following and Trusting : Encountering God Out of the Box 