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Learning to Trust When I Long for Control

I like to be in control. Of our schedule. Our future. Our kids’ lives. My career. Basically anything and everything runs through me, or so I’d like to think.  Which is why a Facebook ad made me laugh out loud recently and had me sending a screenshot of it to my family. It was a… Continue reading Learning to Trust When I Long for Control

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To Serve or Be Served: That’s the Question

We often believe serving is the ultimate expression of showing God’s love. But there is merit in allowing others to aid us. Jesus provides an example of both: The room goes hush; the playful banter ceases. The twelve put their bread down mid-meal. All eyes follow Jesus as He gets up from the table, takes… Continue reading To Serve or Be Served: That’s the Question

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The Care and Keeping of Our Hearts

(Taken from Wholly Loved Devotionals on Crosswalk. Find them HERE.) My heart, when left unprotected, inevitably begins to decay. The busier I am, the greater my stress, the greater the threat. If I want to remain strong and filled with the love, truth, and peace of Christ, I need to guard against negative influences while… Continue reading The Care and Keeping of Our Hearts

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Big Me, Little God Syndrome

Big Me, Little God Syndrome by Jennifer Henn I’m too big again. My frustration grows, I’ve taken over and I’m miserable.  I told myself to be careful. I even used to think this could never happen to me again, but it has, and I’m sorrowful. Saddened. Thank goodness there’s a remedy for every time I’m… Continue reading Big Me, Little God Syndrome

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Blessed Obedience –– Guest Post

God has exciting plans for each of us, and that journey begins with that first step. A step that might feel insignificant or that might require a great deal of faith, as often, we only see what is directly in front of us, not all God has planned ahead. But we can trust His leading… Continue reading Blessed Obedience –– Guest Post