Why Should We Fast?
Published Feb 20, 2021
By Joyel Vandenboogart How many of you have asked this question before? I don’t know about you, but I know the intent of fasting is to refrain from something to grow closer to Jesus, but I don’t always feel happy when I am fasting… Yet, this practice has been something I want to incorporate into […]
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Find Joy Today
Published Feb 16, 2021
By Susie Larson May you pause today to remember that your journey is as sacred as the destination. Whatever next place God has for you, He intends to meet you in this place, where you now stand. He’s hidden treasures in the valleys and grace in the shadows. He offers rest amidst the chaos and peace in […]
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“BUT GOD!”
Published Feb 9, 2021
By Joyel Vandenboogart 1 Samuel 7:12 says Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen. He named it Ebenezer, saying, “Thus far the LORD has helped us.” A little over three years ago my uncle took his life. The pain and wounds feels so fresh. So raw. Honestly there are […]
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This One Choice Can Make or Break Your Year
Published Feb 2, 2021
By Becky Kopitzke I was mad. Hurt. Fed up. Over what? Oh, the usual. My husband—can’t he see I need some attention? My kids—why are they acting so entitled? Did I raise them to be this ungrateful?? My job—deadlines, expectations, stress, stress and more stress. WHEN CAN I CATCH MY BREATH?? It’s nothing new, right? […]
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Rejoice and Be Glad
Published Jan 19, 2021
By Joyel Vandenboogart This is the day that the Lord has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it. — Psalm 118:24 There were many seasons in my life that I had a hard time rejoicing. I only saw the struggle or the pain and didn’t cling to the promises of God. I know in […]
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