“And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And … [Read more…]
Bless The Lord, Oh My Soul.
Hello Ladies! Below is a post written from my sweet Momma. She has been in the hospital due to numerous health complications, but I had to let everyone read about her faith in the Lord. I pray you are encouraged and inspired through her courageous heart and trust in our Savior! Always remember, He is … [Read more…]
When God Comes Near
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 (NIV) Even in the darkest and most trying hour of our lives, God is near. Not long ago, tragedy struck Pastor Walters’ home. Both his wife and daughter were ill and in the hospital at the same … [Read more…]
#LifeChange
I always talk to God when I’m on my morning jog. It’s when I’m completely focused on HIM and the beauty He’s created is all around me. It’s during this time that I feel His presence and encouragement. I’m so thankful to call Him my Father! Just this morning, while listening to the birds sing, … [Read more…]
A Psalm A Day
“The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup; you hold my lot. The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance.” Psalm 16:5-6 Psalm 16 hands down stands out as one of my favorite Psalms in all the Psalter. The beautiful truths it contains are enough to satisfy … [Read more…]
Momentum 2013: Get to know our speaker!
We are so fortunate to have Angie Smith joining us for Dare to Move : Momentum 2013! She is a celebrated speaker and author, a wife and a mom, and has been given an incredible story to share. We love Angie for her transparent honesty. We are so grateful for her faithfulness to honor God in all … [Read more…]
Pick Three To Be
Grandmother smelled of sugar lemon drops, Juicy Fruit gum, and the mustiness that follows a morning mass filled with incense and random splashes of holy water. She was round, soft, and good for planting several sloppy kisses on me a day. She loved God and she loved me. Few things were as magical as spending … [Read more…]
“Professional” Christian
Our oldest daughter was lucky enough to get an internship while in college at a church in Birmingham and consequently they hired her after graduation. We immediately dubbed her our “Professional Christian”. Her response (she’s so witty) was “Mom, somebody’s got to get you into heaven.” Oh how I wish it were that easy. How … [Read more…]
On a Soapbox
(steps onto soapbox)…OK, Ladies! Buckle up, because I’m about to make some of you uncomfortable – some of you are going to squirm and frankly, I don’t care. Go ahead and take deep breaths because here it goes… it’s time to talk about sex. Yep, I said it – Sex. Many of you have young … [Read more…]
Make it Stick
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:12 Many times we stay where we are because we don’t surrender our problem or desire to God fully. … [Read more…]