God's Word is limitless in its ability to transform me and to open my eyes to what I was blind to before. He has a way of stepping all over my toes. One of the most dynamic discussions my pilot group had this summer was concerning the devastation caused by favoritism in our families. There is hardly a more fertile place for bitterness and an inability to forgive to grow than in this area. If … [Read more...] about A Lesson in Favoritism
Living With Unmet Desires
The Discipline of Being Still
I hate to wait. I find myself reminded of this lack of patience in my life many times during my day: * If I think the person ahead of me isn't driving fast enough. * If I believe I can do something faster or more efficiently than someone else. * If I believe the lady in front of me at Kroger is taking a tad too long at unloading her grocery cart. It is in those times that I am reminded again how … [Read more...] about The Discipline of Being Still
The Plan of Glory
Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God?” John 11:40What does the plan of glory look like? I don't know about you, but I have my own ideas of what God's glory would and should look like in my life. These ideas never include a path of suffering. Instead, my ideas of God's glory include life experiences that wow me in some spectacular way and fill me … [Read more...] about The Plan of Glory
Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment!
Here's a peek into a teaching session of my new Bible study I had with one of the most incredible group of ladies this summer. God is slowly teaching me the principle I talk about here. May I be diligent in my obedience!Blessings to you, my friend! … [Read more...] about Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment!
Jenna’s Closet
What does a bulging closet and a heart that is struggling to forgive have in common? I hope you will stay around for the next two and a half minutes to find out! Blessings to you! … [Read more...] about Jenna’s Closet
Encountering the Healing Power of Forgiveness
I am so excited to share a small segment of my new Bible study with you on forgiveness. I have just finished seven weeks with some of the most amazing women as we dug into God's Word and found healing and comfort for some of our deepest hurts caused by others. This is the second study in my Living With Unmet Desires series. The study centers on the life and family of Joseph in the book of Genesis. … [Read more...] about Encountering the Healing Power of Forgiveness
