Anna Rendell

As Ash Wednesday begins, millions of Christians will begin the 40-day journey of Lent, preparing their hearts and minds to fully celebrate Christ’s sacrifice and resurrection on Easter morning, just as we are beginning here together as we “journey to the cross”.  As we begin this journey today, vowing to prepare our hearts to fully accept the gift of grace on Easter morning, what if we simply asked God to help us experience an awakening over … [Read more...] about Journey to the Cross

This article first appeared on DaySpring.com in February 2022.   Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things. Philippians 4:8 NIV  In Philippians 4:8, we learn that God wants us to focus our thoughts on all-things lovely, all-things pure and all-things praiseworthy. And … [Read more...] about Think Lovely Thoughts

February 14th is often a day full of chocolates, teddy bears and proposals. But what if you have not found the one your heart desires yet? What if God is calling you to a life of singleness? Or, what if He is asking you to practice patience as He paves a way for you and your future spouse to meet in His perfect timing? Does being single on Valentine's Day mean you cannot participate in the one day a year set aside to celebrate love? Absolutely … [Read more...] about Bless Your Friends on Valentine’s Day

Below is an excerpt from We're Still In This, written by Susan Goss. This book was carefully crafted with you in mind – to bring you practical tips and life-changing encouragement for any relationship. The second great commandment is this: “Love others in the same way you love yourself.” Mark 12:31 The Voice Who’s your neighbor? God says everyone is. “The central truth – the one you have heard since the beginning of your faith – is that … [Read more...] about Love Your Neighbor As Yourself