Thoughts about life, transitions, and personal growth in light of the love of God and new identity we have in Him.
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” Proverbs 18:21 The lies we tell ourselves. Do you ever talk down to yourself in your head? Do you tell yourself things you would never say to another person? We often think about how our words…
“But now, O LORD, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.” Isaiah 64:8 When life hurts. Do you ever look back over your life and see only disappointed dreams? Have things turned out the way you planned, or did life detour…
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 Pressure to perform. Do you ever put so much pressure on yourself…
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 Washed away. Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you could leave your past behind you? If all of those mistakes, regrets, fears, and disappointments just suddenly fell…
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 Moving forward in our God-given dreams. What’s stopping you from moving forward in your dreams? It’s a challenge to start something new. The desire to do it is there, but the…
“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” Matthew 6:33 First things first. Do you ever get overwhelmed by sudden “urgent” projects or tasks that come up and take over your schedule? Recently, I have been learning the value of saying no to projects…
“I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead…” Philippians 3:13 Turning in the past. “Turn in your past.” Those are the words I remember clearly being impressed on my heart multiple times over the course…
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 Letting Go of Control Have you ever struggled with control in your life? Do you ever…
“Commit your works to the LORD, And your thoughts will be established.” Proverbs 16:3 Plans to prosper. Have you ever struggled with the thought of making plans or setting goals? In the past, I struggled to set goals because I was afraid that they wouldn’t be according to “God’s will.” I thought, “what if this…
for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7 “Creativity” is the use of the imagination or original ideas, especially in the production of an artistic work. – Oxford Dictionary “Expression” is the process of making known one’s thoughts or feelings. – Oxford Dictionary Free…