Likewise the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole person, sets the whole course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. James 3:5-6 (NIV)Scripture says that our mouths tell on us constantly. The tongue … [Read more...] about A Raging Fire
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Ditching the Training Wheels
"All of us who are mature should take such a view of things. And if on some point you think differently, that too God will make clear to you. Only let us live up to what we have already attained." Philippians 3:15-16 (NIV)I couldn't remember a time when I was more excited in my eight years of living. I had received my purple bike with its flower covered banana seat and its high-winged handle bars … [Read more...] about Ditching the Training Wheels
The Prairie Chicken and the Eagle
But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31 (New Living Translation) There once was a mother eagle who dropped her unhatched egg … [Read more...] about The Prairie Chicken and the Eagle
The Touch of the Master’s Hand
"See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland."Isaiah 43:19 (NIV)My darling sisters,Someone needs some encouragement today! Someone is believing the lie that she has gone too far in her sin to ever be truly forgiven. Someone does not understand the perfect blood of Jesus Christ to cleanse … [Read more...] about The Touch of the Master’s Hand
The Devil’s Most Used Tool
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."Joshua 1:9 (NIV)I heard the following story on Christian radio this last week:The devil decided to have a garage sale. He laid all of his well-used tools, each with its own price tag, out on the table. All of those he used regularly against … [Read more...] about The Devil’s Most Used Tool
The Gift of Empathy
"Your love has given me much joy and comfort, my brother, for your kindness has often refreshed the hearts of God’s people."Philemon 1:7 (New Living Translation)Hey girlfriends!I just wanted to tell y'all why I love being a woman today. I was at my local gym getting ready to try to sculpt my flabbiness when my eyes landed on a small huddle of three women. The woman doing the talking had her back … [Read more...] about The Gift of Empathy
