Christian Encouragement

Being a Mary in a Martha World: Finding Peace in Presence Over Perfection

Being a Mary in a Martha World: Finding Peace in Presence Over Perfection

The holidays are here! I mean literally right here. I blinked yesterday, and suddenly my baby girl was turning fifteen, getting her permit, and we’re diving headfirst into end-of-year festivities. The gatherings are piling up, from church services to family get-togethers, and while there’s nothing wrong with the hustle, if we’re not careful, we’ll miss the point…

Let This Mind Be in You

Let This Mind Be in You

I’m sure you’ve heard the acronym “WWJD—What Would Jesus Do?”. The phrase came from Rev. Charles Sheldon and his book “In His Steps,” published in 1896. Later, Janie Tinklenberg came up with the acronym. The thought process behind this is for the individual to stop and think just as Jesus would before reacting to a…

Complacency Kills!

Complacency Kills!

Have you ever heard the term “Complacency Kills!”? Recently, I was reading the book of Isaiah due to the Lord’s prompting, and a verse jumped out at me. “You women who are so complacent, rise up and listen to me; you daughters who feel secure, hear what I have to say!” Isaiah 32:9, New International…