Photo Credit: Ged Altmann, via Pixabay How do you end well? This is the question posed by Jean Fleming in her powerful book Pursue the Intentional Life. Over two decades, Jean prayed and planned and purposed to live her life looking toward the finish line and beyond to her sweet reward. Rather than fritter my…
There’s more to come: We continue to shout our praise even when we’re hemmed in with troubles, because we know how troubles can develop passionate patience in us, and how that patience in turn forges the tempered steel of virtue, keeping us alert for whatever God will do next. In alert expectancy such as this,…
Photo Credit: PDP, via Pixabay The other day I needed a new dress. I crossed my fingers and reached far back into dark hole section of the closet in search of an unworn dress that I faintly remembered. It was one of two dresses I’d brought home for my husband’s approval on the weekend…
I met her in the eighth grade. I’d never really known anyone like her. She was poised. She spoke with grace. Her countenance reflected a peace I’d never really seen in anyone. This woman loved Jesus. As a new believer, I looked on at her life and wondered how I could be more like her. I really…
Photo Credit Six weeks ago, I did not know the first thing about Summer DeCoste and Alyssa De Los Santos. We were thrown together by (in)courage to lead a (in)couragers community group. We had 48 hours to brainstorm the focus of our group (Insert scream of terror here.) I’ve learned so much through the experience….
What atmosphere do you create? May we be a sweet fragrance that glorifies our Savior in a world full of pride and selfishness. Something to think about…