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Prayer isn't always about the words you say.
Posted on December 2, 2018September 14, 2018 My Faith Radio

Prayer Isn’t Always About Words

The Bible doesn’t give us one succinct definition of prayer. We read in various passages about people praying on their knees or standing up. Others... Read more

Into the Deep Christian Book Review
Posted on November 4, 2018October 19, 2018 Book Reviews

Deepening Your Faith

I’ll admit, I’m not much for water. Oceans are pretty, but I’d rather climb the side of a mountain than fight the tide. When we... Read more

Made for His Pleasure Christian book review
Posted on October 28, 2018October 19, 2018 Book Reviews

Made for God’s Pleasure

An intriguing accent caught my attention as I scanned the radio on our long drive. My then-fiancé said with surprise, “I didn’t know you liked... Read more

Satan is just a sore loser.
Posted on September 23, 2018September 14, 2018 Life of Faith

The Sore Loser

My competitive side was getting the better of me. As far as we were into the game, it was clear I wasn’t going to win.... Read more

Posted on September 2, 2018August 31, 2018 My Faith Radio

That You May

Though the preposition in the phrase changes, there is such certainty in God’s words: “that you may”. We encounter the phrase throughout Scripture. These 3... Read more

Posted on August 19, 2018July 20, 2018 Growing in Christ

Will It Last?

Caught up in the moment. It’s an easy place to wind up, unaware we’ve veered off course. It’s the kind of host that refuses to... Read more

Often we want our circumstances to change, but God is more focused on changing us!
Posted on August 12, 2018August 11, 2018 Growing in Christ

Is This the Change You’re Looking For?

Having just traveled a few states to work in the summer heat, it was admirable how upbeat the youth were. Their mission trip involved hard... Read more

Review of the excellent Bible study He is Enough
Posted on August 5, 2018July 27, 2018 Book Reviews

Exceeding Limits

“Well that’s enough of that,” I’d smile and say to the sweet toddler I was watching after he guzzled a glass of apple juice but... Read more

Book review of Battle Ready by Kelly Balarie
Posted on July 22, 2018July 20, 2018 Book Reviews

How to Take Thoughts Captive When You Feel Like You’ve Lost It

You wouldn’t think it’s possible to get lost in a stand-up shower. But for me, this is a regular occurrence. The cream-colored fiberglass is smooth,... Read more

Happy Independence Day!
Posted on July 4, 2018June 15, 2018 Bethany's Guest Posts

Happy (In)Dependence Day!

On this independence day, I’m happy to be reflecting over at Soaring with Him for Recharge Wednesday. Join me there? Click here.  This post may... Read more

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