We live in a broken world full of broken people. But isn’t it comforting to know God isn’t ever broken? He isn’t ever caught off guard, taken by surprise, or shocked by what happens next.
Getting healthy isn't just about losing weight. It's not limited to adjusting our diet and hoping for good physical results. It's about recalibrating our souls so that we want to change - spiritually, physically, and mentally. And the battle really is in all three areas.
This morning, you have a choice. You can lay in the dark replaying the awful events of the week, or you can turn the light on and read God's Word-His truth-which is the best thing to do when lies are swarming and painful thoughts are attacking like a bunch of bloodthirsty mosquitoes.
We need to make peace with who we are so insecurities don't become a distraction to how we live. Just because I sometimes feel insecure doesn't mean I have to be insecure.
Today, let's be determined to see blessings in the midst of things that seem like burdens.
Conflict tip: What comes out of someone else's mouth is a reflection of their heart. . . not yours.
We aren't supposed to strive for perfection everyday. If we were perfect, we'd have no need for Jesus. And it's through our imperfections that we really feel the pull toward our need for a Savior. So the imperfections serve a wonderful purpose if we'll let them.
I can face things that are out of my control and not act out of control.
Remember, conflict doesn’t always mean we have to fight against something and tear it apart. . . . Conflict can also mean we’re fighting for something to make it even better and stronger than it’s ever been.
I realize how desperately I need grace, therefore I try to lavishly give it.
Just because we feel offended doesn't mean we must be offended. Feelings are indicators not dictators.
I want my kids to head out the door full of peace, not the echoes of my frustrations.
Progress. Just make progress. It's okay to have setbacks and the need for do-overs. It's okay to draw a line in the sand and start over again - and again. Just make sure you're moving the line forward. Move forward. Take baby steps. . . Then change will come. And it will be good.
You have the exact qualities God knew your kids would need in a mother. Each day, hold up your willingness and ask God to make you the best version of you that you can possibly be.
I want to honor Jesus with the things I say and the things I choose not to say. Lord, help us all be so careful with sharing opinions as if they are truth.
Sometimes it's the words we choose not to say that speak most loudly about our character.
I so desperately want my words to be indicative of how deeply and completely I love my people.
Keep your eyes on the Master, because He knows things we do not know!
We have to slow the rhythm of rush in our lives so that the best of who are can emerge.
It is a rare and beautiful thing when we choose to offer love in situations when most people would choose to scorn or ignore.