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Refresh Your Soul: 15 Creative Ways
Do you long to refresh your soul but feel unsure of how to do this in practical ways? You are in the right place. Today, I invite you to join me in the woods as I step out of my everyday routines to refresh my mind and body. Then, we’ll talk about practical ways to refresh your soul, even if you don’t particularly enjoy the woods. 15 Creative Ways to Refresh Your Soul Last summer, I took our five-year-old daughter, Bekah, to the woods for her first overnight backing trip. “I don’t think most mothers take their little girls into the wilderness on backcountry camping trips,” a friend remarked. “But…
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10 Scriptures on Disobedience: Counting the Cost
Tufts of moisture spot the sky in shades of periwinkle as I pull out my Bible. It is the dawn of a new day, and I’ve been thinking about the cost of disobeying God recently. Opening my journal, I begin listing Scriptures on disobedience as I consider the consequences of not obeying God. 10 Scriptures on Disobedience Today, I’ll share those Scriptures on disobedience with you. Obedience is the number one indication that we love God. We’ll discuss this in greater depth shortly. First, let’s turn to God’s Word. I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you walk…
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10 Encouraging Bible Verses for Struggling Moms
As I sit to write these words to you, there’s a pile of luggage at the bottom of our stairwell. It’s an array of minion-decorated backpacks, colorful duffel bags, and pink handbags adorned with flowers and fairies. Looking at it makes me feel overwhelmed. I share this with you before I share today’s Bible verses for struggling moms because I want you to know that I have walked in your shoes, friend. I have endured months of sleeplessness with infants who refused to sleep. The demands of motherhood have worn me thin, and I’ve locked myself in the bathroom while little fingers wiggled under the door. Bible Verses for Struggling…
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7 Powerful Bible Verses About Stress and Hard Times
The awakening of spring feels like a rebirth of sorts. The pungent scent wafting from the once-frozen creek bed stirs life in my soul. Today, I’m in the woods with my Bible in search of Bible verses about stress and hard times. Bible Verses About Stress and Hard Times If you need encouragement today, I invite you to join me in the woods, and we’ll see what God’s Word says about stress and trouble. Bible Verses About Stress and Hard Times 1. Psalm 135:1-2 Praise the name of the LORD. Give praise, O servants of the LORD who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of…
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10 Bible Verses About Living for God’s Glory
How do we glorify God in our daily lives? The Bible offers plenty of examples to help us glorify God in our everyday moments. Today, we’ll explore 10 powerful Bible verses about living for God’s glory. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you glorify God in all you do. 10 Bible Verses About Living for God’s Glory According to God’s Word, our lives glorify God when his light and love shine through us, transforming our everyday places. Here are 10 Bible verses about living for the glory of God. Bible Verses About Living for God’s Glory 1. 1 Corinthians…
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The Presence of Jesus: 10 Ways to Connect With Him
The maples stood barren—as if they were waiting for a fresh breath from heaven. Gazing into their spindly arms, I realized my soul felt much the same. I wanted nothing more than a sense of the presence of Jesus. “Lord, why do you seem so distant? Why don’t I sense your presence?” I prayed. Today, I share the revelation I had as I prayed about encountering the presence of Jesus that day. Then, we’ll look at 10 practical ways to become more aware of his presence. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you connect with the Lord in fresh…
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10 Bible Verses About Overcoming Challenges
When challenging times arise, we face various options. We can run from challenges, face them head-on in our human strength, or turn to God to help us overcome them. Today, we’ll look at 10 Bible verses about overcoming challenges as we turn to God for help. I’ll also share some practical insights for overcoming challenges with God’s help. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you rise above challenges by turning to God. Let’s begin by turning to Scripture. 10 Bible Verses About Overcoming Challenges God is with us and wants to help us through the challenges of life. When…
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5 Uplifting Prayers for Joy and Peace
The box elder by the creek adorns herself in summer vestments before her taller cousins. I rest in her shade while the little one collects the wispy seedlings and sends them racing down the river. As I watch him play, I talk to God, praying through a series of prayers for joy and peace. Prayers for Joy and Peace I’ve been on a journey of slowing down to be more engaged in the quiet moments of our days. The following prayers flow from me as I watch the clear water flow past, cleansing the sandstone and washing away my cares in the process. If praying for joy and peace sounds…
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6 Miscarriage Prayers for a Friend or Loved One
Several years ago, our family walked through one of the most difficult losses we’d ever faced. We lost a baby through a miscarriage. Today, I want to encourage you as you support a loved one or navigate your own loss. The following miscarriage prayers for a friend (or for yourself) can help you find healing in the arms of our heavenly Father. 6 Miscarriage Prayers for a Friend or Loved One Parts of this post are taken from my book, Lean Into Grace, where I share the full story of my miscarriage. I’ll invite you to read the entire chapter for free at the end of this post. First, let’s…
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10 Scriptures About Trusting God in Difficult Times
I slip into the woods on a Saturday evening as the golden sun kisses the horizon. Sitting on a rock at my turn-around point, I stare at the still water and pull out my Bible in search of Scriptures about trusting God in difficult times. I feel like I’ve slipped into a bit of a valley lately. There aren’t any life-shattering losses unfolding. Our little family hasn’t huddled over the freshly broken earth of a gravesite lately, but there have been challenges. 10 Scriptures About Trusting God in Difficult Times There are always challenges. You have them, too. They might be so huge you can’t miss them. Or they might…
