Praying After Has a Purpose
Photo from: www.missiochurch.com We pray before we eat. Before our days begin. Before we go to sleep. Often, we pray before big events and decisions. We... Read more
Author: mbethany
Pray First
Photo from: sapch.org I remember when these words sounded limiting –were you ever in that place? Praying first…or really before anything at all, seemed so restrictive.... Read more
Love Others
photo from: everydaywild.com Love your neighbor as yourself. This, we know well, is the second greatest commandment: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart... Read more
Love The Lord
Photo from: www.playbuzz.com What does it mean to love the one who defines love? Love was in the mind of the one who thought up and... Read more
Thoughts on Being Profound
I’ve almost written this post three times. Ironically, I chicken out when I find that it just doesn’t sound…sufficient, impressive, eloquent, or relevant. I even... Read more
On Jesus’ Team
Photo from: www.huntleyyouthsports.org A few basic rules to keep in mind as we “press on toward the goal.” Simple and straightforward, I pray these help us... Read more
Not Getting Ahead of God
Photo from: leculentrelesdeuxchaises.wordpress.com From where you are standing, there is much ahead. It might be a ton of busy, crazy, chaotic, and rewarding. Maybe the future... Read more
The Blessing of Endurance
Photo from: (www.redletterchristians.org) Isn’t it interesting that we tend to count our blessings most when “bad” things happen? It is after a major accident that... Read more
When Communicating Seems Impossible
Photo from: stevemehta.com Marriage is a place in which we learn just how difficult the basics of communication really are. I’ve learned in my marriage that... Read more
Recognizing the Voice of Truth
Photo from: www.tleecorp.com You wake up and hear your spouse’s voice. Then your pets. Probably your kids. As you head out the door, you hear people... Read more