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A book about Christ as our anchor and how powerful His effect on our lives can be
Posted on September 27, 2017September 6, 2017 Book Reviews

Connecting God’s Power to Our Anchor in Christ

To me, Jesus walking on water isn’t the craziest part of the story recorded in Matthew 14. Peter’s response is. What would inspire a man... Read more

Posted on September 17, 2017September 6, 2017 My Faith Radio Throwback Posts

You May Build It, They May Not Come

There’s a popular saying is based off of a quote from the movie Field of Dreams:  “If you build it, they will come.” We hear... Read more

When your resume doesn't match your dreams and you feel unqualified
Posted on September 13, 2017September 6, 2017 Bethany's Guest Posts

When Resumes Don’t Match Dreams

Call me weird, but I love helping people with their resumes. It reminds me of those fun matching worksheets we’d fill out in school. Maybe... Read more

Book cover for Every Piece of Me by Jerusha Clark about identity in Christ
Posted on September 6, 2017August 16, 2017 Book Reviews

Jesus’ I AM Statements and Your Identity

The unchanging character of God is such an assurance. It seems like everything is always changing- which means there is always something new to adapt... Read more

blog series of starting well and new beginnings
Posted on August 13, 2017August 10, 2017 Start Well Series

Starting Well is a Decision You Have to Make Over and Over Again

Looking up to my older friends, it once seemed to me that women in their late twenties suddenly fell into good practices. Many I know... Read more

Posted on August 6, 2017August 7, 2017 Life of Faith

Do Your Excuses Dishonor the Lord?

“Make the most of every opportunity” Ephesians 5:16 says. “Always be ready to give the reason for your hope” 1 Peter 3:15 exhorts. When we think of having an... Read more

Posted on July 30, 2017July 29, 2017 Growing in Christ

2 Good Reasons to Trade In Self-Esteem

I have a few qualms with the simplified self-esteem mantra “you are enough.” Mostly because the statement raises more questions than it answers. What are... Read more

Posted on July 23, 2017July 19, 2017 Loving Others My Faith Radio

4 Things to Ask Yourself Before You Give That Advice

I had a problem. I called up a friend and in the midst of our chatting I determined to act on the words of Proverbs... Read more

Posted on July 19, 2017July 5, 2017 Book Reviews

A Reality Check on Fear: Book Giveaway!

It may seem a little strange for me to review a book written for moms. The 10 pounds of fur snoozing next to me is... Read more

Posted on July 16, 2017June 21, 2017 Loving Others

Stop Apologizing for Your Joy

I was eating chocolate, wiggling around, singing out loud, and beaming early that morning. A simple answered prayer had me celebrating with the Lord, bursting... Read more

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