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  • Purposeful Living

    15 Bible Verses About Rejoicing in the Lord

    November 30, 2025 /

    The tulip poplar leaves are just beginning to emerge like tiny hands waving at the cobalt sky.  As I gaze at them, they’re a reminder of how to find joy no matter what the season of life looks like.  In the quiet moments of a new day, I pull out my Bible in search of Bible verses about rejoicing in the Lord. Today, I’ll begin by sharing these truths.  Then, we’ll discuss practical ways to find joy in the Lord. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook that will help you find victory in Christ as well as a library of free…

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  • Purposeful Living

    Managing Holiday Stress: 10 Insights for Peace

    November 28, 2025 /

    We walk to the hill where the fir and spruce trees mingle in a dozen shades of emerald.  Within minutes, the youngest falls into the thorny branches of a hawthorn crabapple, and the oldest is tangled in a knot of burdock.  What was supposed to be fun has become an exercise in managing holiday stress. I take a deep breath and remind myself that this moment doesn’t have to be perfect. Later in the day, after the tree is wired to the wall in the corner of the living room, I take some time to sort through the ways I plan to manage stress through this Christmas season. Perhaps these…

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    8 Bible Verses About Abundant Life in Christ

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  • Purposeful Living

    Finding Joy in the Lord: 9 Biblical Tips

    October 30, 2025 /

    I’m bent over an industrial meat slicer—not thinking a thing in the world about finding joy in the Lord—when a phrase comes to mind: “Why do we often have to lose what we have to appreciate it?” I’m 21 years old, and I’m far from my home in Pennsylvania.  I’m working in a deli in the middle of Alaska, saving money for next year’s college expenses, and hiking every time I get a free hour. I love Alaska. The view of endless mountains intrigues me. I love to watch the fireweed dance beneath the midnight sun and sit by the river that flows grey with glacial silt. This place meets…

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    6 Prayers for Loving Others Even When They’re Hard to Love

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  • Purposeful Living

    Honor God With Your Body: 12 Practical Ways

    October 10, 2025 /

    Have you ever wondered how to honor God with your body? Perhaps you’ve read Romans 12:1 and want to apply it to your life: “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship” (NIV). Today, we’ll talk about how to honor God with your body by practicing 12 practical steps.  I invite you to join me on a clear winter morning, and we’ll explore the idea of bringing God glory in all we do.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional…

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  • Purposeful Living

    15 Bible Verses About Fitness and Caring for Your Body

    September 1, 2025 /

    Caring for our bodies is important, but it’s not easy to find balance in this area.  It’s easy to vacillate between neglecting our bodies and putting excessive energy into caring for them.  Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses about fitness and health as we seek this balance. I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you honor God with your body. 15 Bible Verses About Fitness and Health “I’ve been struggling with taking the time to exercise and keeping up with the rest of my life,” a friend recently admitted.  “I know I honor God when I care for…

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  • Purposeful Living

    6 Prayers for Loving Others Even When They’re Hard to Love

    May 21, 2025 /

    Years ago, God brought an acquaintance into my life who was hard to love.  She often called me multiple times per day.  She was easily offended and didn’t respect my boundaries.  I felt called to continue loving her, but it wasn’t always easy.  Today, we’ll explore six prayers for loving others, especially when loving doesn’t come easily.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you connect with God so that you can be his vessel of love in this world. 6 Prayers for Loving Others Over time, I realized I needed God’s love to pour through me if I was…

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  • Embracing Your Journey
    Purposeful Living

    10 Bible Verses About Enjoying Life and Embracing Your Journey

    March 12, 2025 /

    “God’s gifts are woven into every journey,” a friend once reminded me.  “Embracing your journey happens when you learn to see the gifts, especially the ones hidden beneath challenges.”  Today, we’ll talk about how to embrace our journeys.  Then, we’ll explore ten Bible verses about enjoying life more fully. I invite you to join me in a place that often inspires my writing—the tiny cabin where our family escapes for long weekends surrounded by rolling hills, beech trees, and open skies—and we’ll talk about learning to embrace our moments. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook that will help you establish a…

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  • 15 Bible Verses About Habits
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    15 Bible Verses About Habits and Healthy Rhythms

    March 7, 2025 /

    Our habits are important.  They form the rhythms of our lives and guide our days.  Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses about habits and consider how we might align ourselves with God as we seek healthy habits. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook that will help you establish a rhythm of connecting with the presence of the life-giving God daily. Bible Verses About Habits and Healthy Rhythms Let’s see what God’s Word says about habits and routines that will lead us closer to the Lord. 15 Bible Verses About Habits and Daily Rhythms 1. 1 Corinthians 6:19 ESV Or do you…

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    10 Bible Verses About the Beauty of Nature

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  • Sowing Spiritual Seeds
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    Sowing Spiritual Seeds: 8 Truths for When You Doubt Your Calling

    March 5, 2025 /

    When I became a teacher, I remember looking around and thinking, The needs are so great, and I’m only one person.  What difference can I possibly make?  The idea of sowing spiritual seeds for God’s glory felt like a long shot.  I was just trying to survive. Two decades later, I’m no longer teaching in a public school.  But I often look at the world’s condition and have similar sentiments.  The needs are so great.  I feel so small.  What impact could I possibly make? Maybe you’ve experienced similar thoughts. Sowing Spiritual Seeds When You Feel Insignificant Not long ago, I read the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000.  The…

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  • Purposeful Living

    Good Morning Prayers and Blessings to Start Your Day

    March 1, 2025 /

    The yard is muddied with footprints and tire tracks, and a warm front blows in from the south.  I’m thankful for the early thaw.  As I gaze out the window on this winter morning, I feel inspired to write a list of good morning prayers and blessings. Good Morning Prayers and Blessings I invite you to join me in praying through these good morning prayers and blessings.  Also, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you stay in step with God every day. Good Morning Prayers and Blessings: Start Your Day With God 1. Thank God that he is with…

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I'm Stacey, and I spend my days exploring wild places with my three kids and writing words in the quiet moments. I've been everything from a high school teacher to a solo backpacker. I've done plenty of running from God, but he has pursued me. He's pursuing you too. This page will help you respond to his pursuit.

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