Spiritual Wellness
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The Ministry of Motherhood
Affiliate Disclosure: Website: This post contains affiliate links. In Motherhood Perfection Isn’t Needed: As moms we strive to create the most perfect havens for our spouse and kids to flourish in. Even more, we routine, meal plan, teach and cook. Meanwhile, we map out the best routes in the grocery stores as we handle the fluctuating behavior of toddlers without missing a check on our shopping lists. Essentially, moms are in ministry most of the day, albeit in a constant motion. The Ministry of a Mama Doesn’t Stop: Undoubtedly, multi-tasking and doing copious amounts of laundry each week is a badge of honor, the mark of a Mom. But what…
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Making Time for God
Affiliate Disclosure: Website: This post contains affiliate links. As the shimmering silver streaks along my hairline, danced in the dim reflection of the mirror this morning. I was reminded just how quickly time goes by, 37 just like that. Consequently, I have gained 12 hairs worth of wisdom or so it seems. From baby hairs to long hairs of wisdom one life lesson has been constant and unchanging; the importance of making time for God. He Desires Time with You: Naturally, it is easy to spend time with God when holiday or vacation allows. But in the churning whirlwind that is everyday life carving out time for Him can be…
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Benefits of the Holy Spirit
Affiliate Disclosure: Website: This post contains affiliate links. Shop Here Recently, my husband encouraged me to embark upon an in depth study of the Holy Spirit with the Woman’s Bible Study at our church. Naturally I was a little hesitant because my exposure to the Holy Spirit was like a circus act, it was loud, a blazon spectacle done with excellent showmanship. In time it became something I feared and distanced myself from. However the study by Francis Chan called Forgotten God is exactly what I needed to refocus on the benefits of the Holy Spirit within a Christians life, especially as a mom. As the weeks went by ,…
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Practicing Gentleness Everyday
Affiliate Disclosure: Website: This post contains affiliate links. Ways to Practice Gentleness Daily: Recently, our church suffered the sudden loss of a beloved pastor by the name of Richard Powell. He embodied the love of Christ for others in such a remarkable way. His gentleness was evident to all no matter the person or time. As the Pastor of Spiritual Formation his ministry began in the lobby and flooded into the classes he so beautifully stewarded. Gentleness A Rare Virtue: Furthermore, Richard had a way of making anyone he spoke to feel special and seen. Naturally, myself and many others are reeling from his passing, but at the same time…
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How to Overcome Childhood Abandonment Issues
Affiliate Disclosure: Website: This post contains affiliate links. Much like broken glass, abandonment is the force that fractures your heart into shards. Causing a chain reaction of bad habits and painful patterns. In fact you distrust those around you, especially those closest to you, friends, family, your spouse, no one is safe. Try as you might you place a bandaid over all the broken pieces hoping they will somehow fuse together as time goes by….but they don’t. Overcoming childhood abandonment issues isn’t easy, because another person causes the break. When a loved one leaves you by choice or in death your once sure footing becomes a crumbling, rocky path laden…
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11 Bible Verses to Strengthen Moms
Affiliate Disclosure: Website: This post contains affiliate links. 11 Verses for Mama: Motherhood is full of blessings yet it is not without its challenges. I often refer to the vast difference as bee stings and honey, and you can’t have the sweetness of life without some of the pain. Naturally, being a mother is one of the biggest blessings bestowed upon women by God himself. Undoubtedly, there are days that are full slam dunks, nothing but net. Everyone is in a good mood and everything goes according to plan and the house smells like a Secret Garden brimming with gorgeous blooms. Contrary to blissful days, there are days that…
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Powerful Bible Studies for Moms
This post contains affiliate links. Click Here for Full Policy Bible Studies for Mama: Being a mother is one of the greatest responsibilities that God fashioned for women. Fundamentally, we are at the helm, with the task of raising our children to be conscious, well-mannered, individuals. Who in turn will grow up to impact our hurting world in monumental ways, all propelled by God’s strength and purpose. All that, as well as keeping them safe, and loving them in every stage of their lives is no small task. Unquestionably, mamas require encouragement and stamina to carry out this mission. We are as strong as what is fueling us. So I…
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Prayer Room Essentials
Affiliate Disclosure: In some of these posts you will see affiliate links in which I do earn a small commission on sales made through the links on my website. There is no additional cost to you when using these posted links to purchase products. Prayer Room Aren’t Magic: Prayer for me always occurred while driving or when a few spare moments presented themselves in the course of a day. It wasn’t until I saw the movie War Room that my attitude and approach to prayer changed all together. The very clear message of the film was that prayer is one of the biggest, untapped sources of power that Christians have…
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10 Bible Verse to Declare Over Your Children
10 Bible Verses to Pray for Your Children: Recently, I embarked upon the Elijah: Faith and Fire bible study by Priscilla Shirer. As always it was full of biblical truths and lessons to live by. In one of her teaching videos she mentioned that she spoke scripture over her sons. This is a practice she has carried since they were very little. My initial reaction was “huh,” followed by a “duh” and in the same breath “oh!” In my quiet times I search for verses that speak to me and build me up.My highlighted bible is testament to that. So, why on earth would I not seek verses to speak…
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Graced by a Tribe of Woman
As a young girl I always wanted a group of girlfriends, you know the caliber of Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. Four friends who are perfectly paired. Each with their own solidified unmatched beauty and character. The allure of that dynamic was loyalty. But more so to be truly known and seen,and to reciprocate those same things. In my youth, friendships for me were always really difficult. Girls and women can be really nasty towards one another. Perhaps it is because society places these impossible standards upon us. Which in turn encourages this competitive spirit within us. In my opinion, the strongest women I know are those who stand with…
