Category Archives: Spiritual Encouragement

Springtime: A picture of new life in Christ

Spring has sprung and I’m enjoying planting a few flowers and filling the (too numerous) birdfeeders in my yard—hoping to entice my feathered friends to come down for a seedy feast. New shoots and leaves are bursting forth in my … Continue reading

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Releasing the Anchor of Guilt and Regret

Do you struggle with feelings of guilt and regret over past sin? First, know that you are not alone. There are many believers out there who’ve made mistakes, including myself. I struggled with guilt over my part in the demise … Continue reading

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When Coffee Isn’t Just Coffee: Transparency and Encouragement in Women’s Ministry

  I always enjoy having coffee with a friend, don’t you? Whether it’s sitting outside at my favorite coffee place, relaxing at my kitchen table, or picking up a steaming cup and enjoying it on a sunny park bench, just … Continue reading

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What is the Secret to a Peaceful Life?

My favorite days are those in which I feel a sense of inner peace—when my family is doing well, my relationships are good, and all seems well in my little corner of the world.  Maybe that’s also true for you. … Continue reading

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Perfection: A Hopeless Cause

  Lord, why can’t I live one single day in a way that’s perfectly right? I always say something I shouldn’t have said, do something I shouldn’t have done, or neglect to do something I needed to do. I mean, … Continue reading

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