Like most holidays, Labor Day is usually centered around food and fun. Whether you are headed to the lake or beach or sticking around for a stay-cation, easy and delicious recipes are a must. With one month of peach season left, I try to use them on any and everything. This peach salsa recipe is […]
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 What a week. With Hurricane Harvey […]
“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” 1 John 3:18 “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” Martin Luther King, Jr. Love defines Jesus. He loves us so much that “he laid down […]
“O come to the altar The Father’s arms are open wide Forgiveness was bought with The precious blood of Jesus Christ” – O, Come to the Altar, Elevation Worship I was listening to this song on the way to work this week and was struck by the last phrase – “Forgiveness was bought with / […]
“But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you. Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.” Psalm 5:11 The word “refuge” brings me so […]
A practice once thought to be only a part of Eastern religions and yoga, meditation has hit the mainstream USA and doesn’t appear to be slowing down anytime soon. So what exactly is meditation? Wikipedia says, “Meditation is a practice where an individual operates or trains the mind or induces a mode of consciousness, either […]
“Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.” Psalm 143:10 We are living in some emotionally charged times where tempers can rage and words flow quickly from our lips. Thank God for our country and the freedom to speak and share our thoughts. […]
The wellness world has exploded in the past few years and there are so many awesome resources out there to inspire us with healthy living. Today, I want to share the people and companies that have educated and inspired me in my wellness journey. 1. Goop Gwyneth Paltrow’s wellness company, goop, is one of the most […]
“Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so […]
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26 Jesus spoke these words to his disciples when they asked who can be saved. A lot of times, this verse is used out of context. It shifts to imply that God can make anything I […]