There’s more to come: We continue to shout our praise even when we’re hemmed in with troubles, because we know how troubles can develop passionate patience in us, and how that patience in turn forges the tempered steel of virtue, keeping us alert for whatever God will do next. In alert expectancy such as this,…
Photo Credit: PDP, via Pixabay The other day I needed a new dress. I crossed my fingers and reached far back into dark hole section of the closet in search of an unworn dress that I faintly remembered. It was one of two dresses I’d brought home for my husband’s approval on the weekend…
I met her in the eighth grade. I’d never really known anyone like her. She was poised. She spoke with grace. Her countenance reflected a peace I’d never really seen in anyone. This woman loved Jesus. As a new believer, I looked on at her life and wondered how I could be more like her. I really…
Photo Credit Six weeks ago, I did not know the first thing about Summer DeCoste and Alyssa De Los Santos. We were thrown together by (in)courage to lead a (in)couragers community group. We had 48 hours to brainstorm the focus of our group (Insert scream of terror here.) I’ve learned so much through the experience….
But you, dear friends, carefully build yourselves up in this most holy faith by praying in the Holy Spirit, staying right at the center of God’s love, keeping your arms open and outstretched, ready for the mercy of our Master, Jesus Christ. This is the unending life, the real life! Jude 1:20-21, MSG I…