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Escaping the Chaos
Real love is never rooted in control, deception, or fear. Real love sets free.
Jenny Seylar
Jan 315 min read
Unwrapping Christmas
God experiences boundless delight in the gift of His cherished creation--you.
Barb Lownsbury
Dec 6, 20244 min read
Surrendering with Open Hands
When I release my grip and trust God with those I love, I give them space to grow—and find peace I never thought possible.
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 14, 20245 min read
Breaking Free from Labels
When I allow the enemy to place those negative labels on me, my thoughts turn...
Barb Lownsbury
Oct 3, 20245 min read
When Relationships No Longer Fit
You can’t force something to work that is broken. It doesn’t matter how great things were in the beginning ...
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 2, 20244 min read
Relying on God During Personal Attacks
As the next round of beratement came my way, I knew I needed to grab hold of Jesus and not give the enemy the satisfaction of continuing.
Barb Lownsbury
May 31, 20247 min read
Ignite the Journey: Intentionality
After many years in the spiritual wilderness, I'm finding my way home to intentional faith and friendship.
Winston Faircloth
Mar 8, 20246 min read
Thanksgiving: Boundaries & Blessings
Navigating the holidays can be challenging. By setting healthy boundaries, blessings can abound!
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 17, 20235 min read
The Gift of Time
Time is a gift meant to be shared with those we love. How do you spend your time?
Jenny Seylar
Nov 3, 20235 min read
Be Where Your Feet Are
I want my feet firmly planted and a list to check off when I complete an item. But what if God wants something different?
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 19, 20233 min read
Trying to Do Good
I felt utterly convicted by my behavior. A part of me wanted them to hurt in the same way I had been hurt. How could I get to this place?
Jenny Seylar
Jul 21, 20235 min read
Doing Good
I was shocked to learn that my own trauma and wounds were inflicting harm on others. I needed to do better. To do good.
Jenny Seylar
Jul 9, 20235 min read
Not an Afterthought
It's tough when I feel like an afterthought. Yet God reminds that I am loved and valued, and not at all an afterthought.
Jenny Seylar
Jun 16, 20236 min read
The Scars We Bear
The other disciples told him, “We’ve seen the Lord!” But Thomas replied, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands, put my finger in the...
Jenny Seylar
Apr 15, 20235 min read
Peace Be With You
no matter what we are facing, because of Christ, there is contentment to be found.
Sarah Davis
Mar 24, 20234 min read
A Time for Bold Prayers
I say, “Go,” and she says, “Stop.” Ever know folks that you’d rather avoid if you can because they contradict you all the time?
Marla Waldron
Mar 10, 20235 min read
Diffusing the Darkness
When meanness and a lack of kindness abound, choose to diffuse the darkness.
Barb Lownsbury
Feb 24, 20237 min read
Unhinged
With my cell phone on the table next to me, I get excited when I hear the unique ring tone that indicates a call from someone special....
Jenny Seylar
Jan 13, 20235 min read
Boxing It Up
Suffering must not be cast aside. And, sometimes it is essential to put it in a "box" if only for a short while.
Jenny Seylar
Jul 15, 20225 min read
Words of Hope
In my morning quiet time, sitting on the chaise lounge on the couch, I noticed the positive messages I have strategically placed around...
Jenny Seylar
Apr 30, 20225 min read
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