Sometimes, we all need a fresh perspective, but how do we get one? And, how can a fresh perspective help us? What impact does a fresh perspective have on our lives? This past week, I've been picking blackberries. A lot of blackberries. Certain parts of our property are covered in prickly vines with red and ripening berries. Gallon bags of berries fill our ...
Encouraging Word
Encouraging Word Wednesday
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I'm so glad you're here. I have a confession to make: I don't have a post for your this week. But do you know what? It isn't because I didn't write one. Nope. I just moved right at 1800 words into my drafts folder because after scheduling the post, I just didn't feel at peace about it. I'm telling you this because there's something ...
Does God really speak to people?
Do you believe that God speaks to and through his people? I do, and I'd love to tell you why. Recently, I wrote a post about 5 Christian Blogs that Will Encourage Your Heart and Strengthen Your Faith. In it, I made the statement, "God doesn't just speak to his people. He speaks through his people." Those words were tweeted a few times, and someone on Twitter asked me to demonstrate the fact ...
Using the Fruit of the Spirit to Tame Your Tongue
Do you struggle to tame your tongue? I know I do! The fruit of the Spirit can help us. Read on to find out how! "The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one's life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell." - James 3:6 Oh my ouch. This verse hits me hard, especially ...