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eating disorder v. disordered eating
Solomon, the author of Ecclesiastes, writes this in chapter 3: For everything there is a season, a right time for every intention under heaven — a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to...
There is a NOT a season for this…
Solomon, the author of Ecclesiastes, writes this in chapter 3: For everything there is a season, a right time for every intention under heaven — a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to...
lying has 5 letters; so does this word
Life has two sides; which will you choose? Hate has four letters; so does love. Enemies has seven letters; so does friends. Lying has five letters; so does truth. Cry has three letters; so does joy. Negativity has ten letters; so does positivity. LIfe is two-sided....
pray it forward
Allow His light to shine through! I posted the picture of the leaf above in Shine's private Facebook group with a related message and a dear sister, Melissa, shared this sweet story. It moved me to tears, as I could relate with so many of the life...
in case you feel like you are “not enough”
M O R E is who you are! I pray this makes you smile, but also reminds you that you are MORE than enough--whatever "enough" is... Pretty "enough" Thin "enough" Smart "enough" Talented "enough" Anointed "enough" How do I know? Because God's Word is filled with...
Joyce Meyer 10 Takeaways
Refreshed, recharged, reenergized and ready for what's next! Y'all know that I am LIVE-in-person-conference-retreat-workshop-obsessed, so this past weekend, I traveled to St. Louis with some of my "sisters" for Joyce Meyer's 40th anniversary Love Life Women's...
100 Days Remain
How will you remember '22? It is hard to believe that summer is officially over this week. We will usher in fall and our Jewish friends (and perhaps some of us) will celebrate Rosh Hashanah (one of 4 New Years in the Hebrew calendar.) Pumpkin spiced everything,...
No Regrets-Spiritually Flabbiness
outsourcing won't work I hear it all of the time-- I don't have time. I don't like to sweat. I just really don't enjoy it. My favorite spin teacher left. I start strong, but don't have the motivation to keep going! In summary: people find excuses not to exercise. ...
God’s answers
You've likely heard that God's answers are: Yes! NO. Wait. I've been spending quite a bit of time studying and learning (and unlearning quite a bit, too) about the full, abundant and healed and whole life that Jesus died for us to have. What I've gathered and am...
The “secret” is out
Here's the "secret" to not regretting your food choices this holiday weekend: stop eating crap! A holiday weekend is not an excuse to eat “whatever-I-want-&-worry-about-it-on-Monday!" (Note: our holiday happens to fall on Monday, so you're delaying...
decree & declare with me!
Speak life! I have been studying much about the importance of decreeing with God's promises and declaring them aloud. As I reflected upon this new month, I drafted some declarations that I am agreeing with in God's Word. I invite you to join me in declaring the...
Your dreams are better than this!
As we get ready to flip the calendar to September, I want to encourage you with this: In 1975, Gary Dahl created the pet rock. If you have no clue what that is, it's simply that--a rock that came packaged in a box that you pretended was your pet. Google it. I'm...
A midweek laugh!
As we wrap up the final chapter of Ruth in our study this month, I couldn't help but use the above message about Boaz's relatives in the most recent podcast. I am sure you've seen or heard this elsewhere, but I pray it brings a smile to your face today! (Feel free to...
40 is the Biblical number of victory!
In the Bible, the number 40 is mentioned 146X in scripture, or 149 depending on the translation. The number generally symbolizes a period of testing, trial and then, finally, victory! Through hardships lasting 40 days like when Jesus was in the wilderness or 40 years...
Your blessings are not just for you
I have seriously had this song on repeat for the last week. I must've listened to it 1,012 times. No jokes Here are a few reasons I love this song so: "Bless Me" was a joint project between the oh-so-talented Maverick City and Kirk Franklin. I love them independently...
5 things
Repeat after me... The Bible reminds us that the power of life of death is in the tongue, so today I encourage you to speak life over yourself by repeating the statements above--and be sure to speak them aloud, as spoken words have tremendous power! (Plus these...
My August prayer for you!
As we embark upon August, the 8th month of the year and number of eternity, I pray eternal and generational blessings and miracles over you and your family! May God bless you with spontaneous laughter and joy that is infectious in every space you enter!...
Miracles, signs, and wonders?
God gave us the most amazing gift ever--His Son--and through Jesus we have gifts that keep on giving through the power of the Holy Spirit! In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus gave the disciples the charge of the Great Commission; in addition, He proclaimed the supernatural...
a mid-week mantra
Repeat this aloud, In case you have been doubting yourself and questioning if you're ready to make the move, may this serve as a reminder that YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES! No matter what "it" is, God has prepared you for such a time as this! God has equipped you with the...
this will help you make healthier choices this week
Shine on!! In case you need a reminder to prioritize your health this week, here you go: "Dear friend, I know that you are spiritually well. I pray that you’re doing well in every other way and that you’re healthy." 3 John 2 Remember friend, you are...
Wave Walker or trash talker?
"Meanwhile, the boat was far out to sea when the wind came up against them and they were battered by the waves. At about four o’clock in the morning, Jesus came toward them walking on the water.'" Matt 14:24-26 The enemy taunts you and incites fear, worry and...