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Reading Scripture to Know Jesus
Finally, I have come to the place where scripture is interwoven into my daily living. It never ceases to amaze me.
Karisa Moore
May 1, 20215 min read
Redefining Greatness
As I reflect on the impact of one decision upon all of eternity, it gives me incredible hope.
Barb Lownsbury
Apr 24, 20215 min read
The Gift of Relationships
It was much needed after a season of distancing myself from others and trying to walk alone.
Sarah Davis
Apr 17, 20214 min read
Chasing Joy
It felt like joy had been eluding me. Like joy was a scavenger hunt ,and I couldn’t figure out the clues
Sarah Davis
Mar 27, 20213 min read
One Week
Let’s say you only had one week left to live. That’s it! Just one week. How would you live? How would you spend your time, and with...
Barb Lownsbury
Mar 20, 20215 min read
Placing Myself Where the Action Is
I have learned to listen to God's prompting and lean into the lives of others because He wants them to know God sees and values them.
Karisa Moore
Mar 6, 20215 min read
Held
Today marks the one-month anniversary of the unexpected passing of my brother, Joe. He was nine days past his forty-second birthday. The...
Sarah Davis
Feb 27, 20213 min read
Your Love Moves In
I sit down with a heavy sigh, trying to understand my mood. My head is full—full of the looming list of responsibilities that seem...
Barb Lownsbury
Feb 20, 20214 min read
Light in the Tunnel
A family trip to a local indoor waterpark produced a valuable image to help my surviving son and me persevere. It was shortly after his big
Karisa Moore
Feb 6, 20216 min read
This Will Never Be Different
Doomed. Stuck. Lost. Hopeless. Unworthy. Depressed. Ever been there?
Barb Lownsbury
Jan 30, 20214 min read
No Do-Overs, Keep Living
My heart is gravely aware of evil, but faith reminds me of the trustworthiness of God's plan and purpose.
Karisa Moore
Jan 16, 20215 min read
Loving Others is Never Wasted
The bell on the door chimed as I entered the local florist shop to purchase a bouquet of flowers. The aroma of fresh cut stems filled the...
Sarah Davis
Jan 2, 20214 min read
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
Expecting the Presence of Jesus
Jesus has comforted and revealed His presence to me in many different situations.
Karisa Moore
Dec 26, 20204 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
Realigning My Heart
Realization came that I was living in fear, and in disobedience of God's word.
Sarah Davis
Dec 12, 20203 min read
Creating a Centerpiece of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving has become an important part of my life, and I practice it beyond just a few weeks in November. In today’s turmoil, it is easy
Karisa Moore
Dec 5, 20203 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
His Eye is on the Sparrow
Then it dawned on me that God doesn't need particular words, only a willing and open heart. My spirit urged me to stop striving so hard...
Sarah Davis
Nov 25, 20203 min read
Weary of Darkness, Adjusting to Light
After six years of writing, mostly about finding hope in the darkness that is depression and suicide, I was excited to experience....
Karisa Moore
Nov 14, 20205 min read
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