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Remarkable Impact

A young Jewish girl is captured by a conquering nation and made into a servant-slave. There is nothing particularly special about her,...

Barb Lownsbury

May 27, 20224 min read

The Cross is Your Come-from-behind Victory

They were down 32 points. They needed 5 touchdowns to win. F-i-v-e. Everyone had written them off. The Houston Oilers had scored 21...

Barb Lownsbury

Apr 16, 20225 min read

Enough

Daring to believe you deserve great things is a challenge. Obstacles come your way that can tear at your determination. Sometimes all it...

Barb Lownsbury

Feb 12, 20223 min read

What Really Matters

A house full of kids. An elaborate dinner table mostly unnoticed. And missing out on what is really important.

Barb Lownsbury

Feb 5, 20226 min read

What Matters Most

I mopped the sweat off my brow with my crumbled up shirt sleeve, the steam from the pot of delicious smelling food wafting up to greet me...

Barb Lownsbury

Feb 5, 20226 min read

Finding My Way

In an era where celebrities are worshipped, it’s easy to lose my way. If I'm not careful, the constant comparison can rip me apart.

Barb Lownsbury

Jan 15, 20224 min read

CATCH MY BREATH

In a year of changes, it took getting away with God to be able to release the breath I didn’t know I had long been holding.

Barb Lownsbury

Nov 20, 20214 min read

The Gift of a Friend

Not all friends are created equal, and some friends, perfect for a season in our lives, may not be the best fit for the current season.

Barb Lownsbury

Sep 18, 20216 min read

Conversation with Margaret

I sit down slowly, my expression thoughtful as I surreptitiously glance back at those brown eyes, still so keen and passionate all these...

Barb Lownsbury

Aug 14, 20217 min read

Expectation (The Fight Part II)

Expectation. I remember being a young girl, squirming on the vinyl seat in the back of our Chevy station wagon, asking way too often,...

Barb Lownsbury

Jul 17, 20215 min read

Once Again, Exiting the Crazy Train

I can’t do something for or with everybody So, I choose to let go of crazy and embrace peace.

Barb Lownsbury

Jun 19, 20213 min read

The Fight

I finally acknowledge more deeply the cost of the last year and a half, a season that completely upended me.

Barb Lownsbury

May 22, 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

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

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

Marking the Moments

God has miracles of beauty and joy available for each of us. Out of the ashes of hurt and heartache, He brings redemption and joy.

Barb Lownsbury

Jan 25, 20204 min read

Wrestling to Find Faith

But what I found in that moment was a tenderness and depth to God that I never quite knew existed before.

Barb Lownsbury

Apr 12, 20194 min read

Boldly Shine

Despite everything, God still sees me as valuable. And He feels the same way about you.

Barb Lownsbury

Nov 13, 20185 min read

Little Victories

God never promised perfection in this lifetime. But what you will notice is that over time, you’ll grow in your ability to handle it...

Barb Lownsbury

May 31, 20184 min read

Rejoice

Ahh, the holidays. It’s that time of year where houses are decorated, trees are thrown up, and the malls become a sea of humanity I loath...

Barb Lownsbury

Dec 9, 20154 min read

Boldly Shine Class

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