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Embracing a New Year
I was doing a spiritual exercise where I spent time reflecting on my childhood. I was really struck by how much those initial life...
Barb Lownsbury
Jan 1, 20215 min read
The Magic of Christmas
Over two thousand years ago, unto us a child was born. His parents named him Jesus. He was born in the lowest of circumstances to a...
Barb Lownsbury
Dec 25, 20204 min read
You Are Valued
The two younger children jumped out of the newly purchased mini-van, their eyes sparkling with excitement. When they see their new home,...
Barb Lownsbury
Dec 2, 20205 min read
Taming My Thoughts
In a world of turmoil, disease and reality TV, I serve a God who reminds me often that He holds me in His capable hands.
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 21, 20204 min read
Be what?!
In a world running after fame, importance and significance, where being overly busy is considered a badge of honor and social media likes...
Barb Lownsbury
Oct 21, 20202 min read
This is How I Fight My Battles
“In the spirit of heaviness, put on a garment of praise.” Isaiah 61:3 They say life comes at you fast. So true! I think 2020 will go...
Barb Lownsbury
Sep 24, 20204 min read
The True Power of Hope
Phony faith denies reality and ignores the problem. Real faith denies the problem a place of influence.
Barb Lownsbury
Sep 9, 20204 min read
Keys for Strengthening Any Relationship
When I first became single after nearly 20 years of marriage, I resolved to never marry again unless I found the right kind of guy. After...
Barb Lownsbury
Sep 2, 20206 min read
Spiritual Bravery
I’m a risk-taker, always have been. I’m not afraid of heights, of travel, of new cultures and people, or dicey places more times than...
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 27, 20204 min read
The Right Question to Ask
I had a long stretch of highway before me. The sunlight danced through the trees as I drove, seemingly joining me as I sang along to the...
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 12, 20204 min read
Trust
When my life is hard and the spiritual tunnel I’m in seems dark, one of the hardest things for me to learn has been trusting God....
Barb Lownsbury
Jul 22, 20203 min read
The Burden of Time
When the curtain closes on our life, that’s it. Done. Drop the mic and walk off the stage. There is no rewind.
Barb Lownsbury
Jul 9, 20204 min read
Past the Darkness
Note: I wrote this a few years back, but it seemed particularly salient right now. I hope it speaks to you in the circumstances you...
Barb Lownsbury
Jun 11, 20204 min read
Finding Truth in Chaos
My heart is heavy today. I have read article after article about the murder of George Floyd, listened to sermons and responses. I’ve...
Barb Lownsbury
Jun 3, 20204 min read
Find Answers
Finding answers can be tough. Blessedly, God is very good at helping us find them, and He provides us a roadmap to wise solutions in the...
Barb Lownsbury
May 28, 20203 min read
Friendship Choices
A true friend is one of the greatest gifts we can be given on this earth. I’ve had periods in my life with few deep friendships, and...
Barb Lownsbury
May 20, 20205 min read
Bravery in COVID-19
I knew that feeling marginalized, bewildered, embarrassed or demoralized were sure signs I was letting the enemy win...
Barb Lownsbury
May 13, 20204 min read
Reclaiming Freedom
t got me to thinking. How often do I let my fears and insecurities block me from seeing what God is trying to do right in front of me...
Barb Lownsbury
May 6, 20204 min read
Find Answers
by BARBARA LOWNSBURY Not only is this one of my most popular posts, but it seems especially helpful to me in the midst of COVID-19. I...
Barb Lownsbury
Apr 16, 20204 min read
Embrace Simplicity
The air conditioning hummed in our comfortable minivan as we travelled down a small, dusty road in Mexico. Each of us in our small group...
Barb Lownsbury
Feb 20, 20205 min read
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