Any who know me, know I love serving. It is a selfish love in many ways. There is so much God does in us as we serve. Putting together a training video to help people catch a vision of the beauty of serving has been a project I have worked on for some time. AContinue reading “HIS – Hearts & Hands in Service”
Category Archives: Discipleship – Building Lives
Can you really hear from God?
I think perhaps this is the most common question folks have. The short answer is YES! His Word is the place to begin, but He speaks individually as well. You will find other pieces on this blog–and many other places–to help you explore the topic. This is a recent compilation of tips on hearingContinue reading “Can you really hear from God?”
You matter
Here are some verse vitamins for every day that reminds you WHO YOU ARE in CHRIST! You are accepted in Christ. You are secure in Christ. You are significant in Christ. Ephesians 1:5 Romans 8:28-39 John 15:16 1 Corinthians 12:27 Philippians 1:6 Acts 1:8 John 1:12 2 Timothy 1:7 2 Corinthians 6:1 Colossians 1:14 1Continue reading “You matter”
You are enough
Do you ever struggle with the idea that you must ‘be more’ and ‘do more?’ I sure do. Nothing seems quite enough sometimes. The longing to be of value is innate in every human being. It is a longing that only God can fill. One of my favorite devotions is Oswald Chambers, My Utmost forContinue reading “You are enough”
Led By a Child
Feeling ‘stuck’ is a common human experience. Most everyone knows the definition of insanity that says, “You just keep doing the same thing but expect different results.” Our God-seeking group has been using the Jennie Allen, Stuck Study to break free of those things that mire us down. Every member of the group sees theirContinue reading “Led By a Child”
Knowing the King
Do you know the one who melts stubborness, turns mourning into joy and captures our captors?
What is Cross-Life Coaching?
Growing up spiritually does not just ‘happen.’ The Apostle Paul said we must ‘work out what God has put in us.’ When I accepted Christ as Lord–as opposed to a ticket out of hell–I had trouble finding folks who could articulate the Way to do that. They told me ‘read the Bible,’ ‘do this’ andContinue reading “What is Cross-Life Coaching?”
Free from the Past!
Finding the presence of God in the past brings healing to the present. God does turn messes into messages! His presence transforms even the darkest times…no matter when they occurred.
Writing Your Story
The biggest step in writing your story is the first one! Simply getting started will set the wheels in motion. A simple genealogy chart will help you begin to think about family. Many free printable charts exist on the web; this is a charming one that will get your thoughts rolling. Then let’s start withContinue reading “Writing Your Story”
Where’s your hiding place?
‘Stop the world, I want to get off!’ The speed of life makes everyone feel like that sometimes. We all need a place to recharge; a place to hide when the pressures of life weigh upon us. Scripture is full of reminders that the Lord is the Hiding Place we need. All other fortresses: financialContinue reading “Where’s your hiding place?”
