Gratitude Over Grumbling

Gratitude Over Grumbling

Have you ever noticed how quickly a small frustration can grow into a full-blown storm inside our hearts? A slow driver.A difficult person.A delayed answer to prayer.A day that didn’t go the way we planned. Grumbling sneaks in softly. A sigh.A complaint.A tiny seed of...
Removing Shame When Others Grumble About You

Removing Shame When Others Grumble About You

There’s a particular sting that comes when someone grumbles about you. Not just about the weather, or traffic, or the price of coffee—but when the complaint has your name attached to it. Even if it’s whispered behind closed doors, word finds its way to you, and...
How Do You See Yourself?

How Do You See Yourself?

“You have big legs.” Best compliment ever. Thanks so much. So I responded in like manner. “So do you.” I’m not proud of that moment, lol. But I have spent most of my life learning how to process such comments even when I was 105 pounds,...
Grateful in ALL Circumstances

Grateful in ALL Circumstances

November has arrived, and with it comes a fresh invitation to slow down…pause…and remember the goodness of God. Maybe even choose to be grateful in all circumstances. That word pause is helpful to me. Even if just for a moment, to be mindful of just how blessed we...
Two Truths and a Lie

Two Truths and a Lie

Two Truths and a Lie: 1. I am fully known and still loved by God.2. My value is based on how productive I am.3. I am chosen and set apart. I have a confession. I have felt guilty for taking a break from ministry because my heart wants so much to continue to encourage...

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