The Temptation of "If"
The constant "What ifs" made it all about me and left very little room for God.
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Karisa Moore
- Jan 19
- 5 min
Ignite the Journey:Contentment
God wants the best for each of us. Most times it takes a releasing of control to truly receive God's good gifts for us.
Karisa Moore
- Dec 30, 2023
- 4 min
Unwrapping Jesus
n the past I have been surprised to have the Holy Spirit's encouragement to "dream bigger" while stepping out in faith.
Karisa Moore
- Sep 29, 2023
- 4 min
Nurtured and Grown By God
For much of my childhood I chose to stay in the background, hoping no one would notice me.
Karisa Moore
- Jul 29, 2023
- 6 min
Course Correction
"Consider it a sheer gift, friends, when tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life...
Karisa Moore
- May 27, 2023
- 6 min
The Temptation of "If"
"He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD" (Psalm 40:3 ESV)....
Karisa Moore
- Nov 27, 2021
- 6 min
The Temptation of "If"
In God's hands, we can transition from paralyzing doubt toward anticipating a life amid God's abundant goodness.
Karisa Moore
- Sep 25, 2021
- 5 min
Anger Not Required
My anger at God was precipitated by the litany of challenges I had been facing. Could I trust God again?
Amy Perry
- Aug 21, 2021
- 7 min
The Birdcage
Viewing the world through a different lens showed me there was so much more out there beyond the birdcage!
Karisa Moore
- Jun 26, 2021
- 6 min
Training Ground of Suffering
Two children. Two surgeries. One summer.The surgeon's plan was set.
Karisa Moore
- May 29, 2021
- 5 min
Bravery for Course Correction
Many of the brave decisions we make as followers of Jesus are in the little choices we make moment by moment.
Karisa Moore
- May 1, 2021
- 5 min
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
- Mar 6, 2021
- 5 min
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
- Feb 6, 2021
- 6 min
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
- Jan 16, 2021
- 5 min
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
- Dec 26, 2020
- 4 min
Expecting the Presence of Jesus
Jesus has comforted and revealed His presence to me in many different situations.
Karisa Moore
- Dec 5, 2020
- 3 min
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
- Nov 14, 2020
- 5 min
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
- Oct 3, 2020
- 4 min
Planted, Watered, And Grown By God
I had long since determined I was a rough sketch without meaning or purpose. I could not yet see the concrete creative path God designed...
Karisa Moore
- Sep 12, 2020
- 4 min
Turning Our Eyes Towards Joy
My kids ran ahead of us through the tall prairie grass. Their arms were stretched out to the sides, praising God for his creation. I...
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