Hammock? Check. Lemonade? Check. A good book? Check. An afternoon all to yourself? Check. Mix those four ingredients together and you have a recipe for a perfect summer afternoon. So why can’t you relax? Why is your mind racing a mile a minute, as usual? What seems to be missing? There is one more secret ingredient needed for this dish and it is often overlooked - a spirit at peace. For many of us, pushing the pause button is … [Read more...] about 6 Verses to Help You Rest this Summer
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What the Father Says About Fathers
I was well into my 30’s when I learned to love my dad for who he is; not for who I thought he should be. He’s always been a good man – a hard worker, volunteer, churchgoer, encourager. But growing up, I thought I needed more from him – more hugs, more tenderness, more lets-sit-down-and-talk-about-our-feelings. I was angry, compared him to others, blamed some of my life choices on my perception that he wasn’t “there” enough. But the truth … [Read more...] about What the Father Says About Fathers
June Recipe: Blueberry Chip Muffins
Does anything scream SUMMER like a blueberry muffin?? Bursting with fresh berries, both sweet and tart in one bite, and maybe with a melting slab of butter dripping down the side? Oh my, what a wonderful reason to invite friends over for brunch! Our friend Nancy is at it again with a fabulous addition to this summer staple. Print your free recipe card, brew the coffee, and text a friend to swing by for a sweet start to a summer day! Read on … [Read more...] about June Recipe: Blueberry Chip Muffins
Why Are We Called to Encourage?
Why are we called to encourage? In Hebrews 3:13, we are told to “encourage each other daily.” Then, in 1 Thessalonians 5:11, it says, “Encourage one another and build each other up.” We also learn in Proverbs 12:25 that, “Anxiety in a person’s heart weighs it down, but a good word cheers it up.” So, with this in mind, we have to wonder why - why is it so important to God that we encourage one another? Are we doing all we can to share God’s … [Read more...] about Why Are We Called to Encourage?
Scriptures for Your Memorial Day
On this Memorial Day, we want to take a moment to remember all of those who have given their lives for our country. Our gratitude, our appreciation, our respect – it pales in light of the sacrifices you have made. To everyone who serves in our military and to everyone who loves someone who serves in our military, thank you. Our hearts are full, thanking God for all of you today. While your weekend may be filled with family gatherings, … [Read more...] about Scriptures for Your Memorial Day
5 Easy Ways to Live Your Faith
Live your faith. It’s a phrase that we hear often in church or from mentors and peers, but it can be difficult to articulate what that really means. For such a simple phrase, we often feel paralyzed with how to act on the words and live our faith in our everyday lives. But we want to flip the script and make it easy to start living our faith out loud boldly. Living your faith is not something that is only confined to the four walls of the … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Ways to Live Your Faith