12 Bible Verses to Relieve Your Anxious Heart
I am comforted to read in the Bible that anxiety is a very real thing. I am not alone in that struggle. We can all experience doubt and worry, but God does not want for those feelings to lead to crippling anxiety. He does not want us to have to sit in the fear and worry alone without a way of escape. He wants to and WILL carry the load for us. He is in [...]
Planted By The Rivers Of Water
I’ve been reading through the Psalms this past week and it has been such a source of renewal and strength. Psalm 1 immediately drew me in and spoke truths I needed to be reminded of. 1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly. Nor stands in the path of sinners. Nor sits at the seat of the scornful. 2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord, [...]
My Wholehearted Year – 2019 In Review
It truly feels like this year passed by in a blur. I can’t believe Christmas has already come and gone! My family celebrated Christmas at my sister’s house this year. We played games, ate some amazing food, opened gifts and created holiday magic for my sister’s three girls. Being their aunt is one of my greatest joys and I truly enjoy the time I get to love on them. They’re just now getting to [...]
12 Verses To Inspire You To Have a More Joyful Heart
When I think about great examples of JOY, my mind always recalls the New Testament apostle Paul. He was truly an example of someone who was able to find joy in all circumstances. After all the things he endured: being thrown in prison (Acts 16: 16-34), falsely accused (Acts 23:23 - 24:27), being stoned and almost beaten to death (2 Corinthian 11:25) he was still able to find joy in his heart. I can’t even [...]
Wholehearted: A deeper dive into my 2019 word of the year.
Our words and actions directly correlate to the condition of our hearts. They show what we’re filling our lives with and the type of feelings and attitudes we’re allowing to rule over us. Matthew 15:18 But those things which proceed out of the mouth come forth from the heart; and they defile the man. Are your words filled with love, peace and kindness or are they filled with anger, resentment or jealousy? Are your actions [...]
New Year. Improved Mindset.
I hope that you had a wonderful Christmas!! If you’re reading this, congratulations! You survived the craziness and stress that come with the holiday. Although I truly hope that through the hectic hustle and bustle, you were able to enjoy the magic and wonder and pause amongst the busyness to enjoy some merriment and find joy. And now as we’re all getting back to our regular routines, I hope you can look back on the [...]