Changing Our World One Woman At A Time
This man’s name was Nabal, and his wife, Abigail, was a sensible and beautiful woman. 1 Samuel 25:3 This week I take a bit of a break from my traditional blog to offer a more personal perspective. Not too long ago, I was reading Abigail’s account in the Bible that is found in 1 Samuel 25. Among
“Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for the distant country and there squandered his wealth in wild living.” Luke 15:13 NIV Merriam-Webster defines a prodigal as someone who leaves home to pursue a reckless, wasteful lifestyle. That’s why it’s so heartbreaking as parents when we’ve raised our
“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 By Ellen Stevens When our hearts are full of uneasiness or nervousness, the Bible tells us to pray: “Cast all your anxiety on Him…” (emphasis mine) In other words, throw our fears, anxieties, and heavy burdens onto Jesus. He is committed to giving His serious attention
“But after he had considered this (divorcing Mary), an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, ‘Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 1:20 Have you ever been faced with
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16 By: Melissa Bell Our media is full of disconcerting news lately, stories laced with hate, anger, and division and fueled with political agendas vying for our buy-in. In some cases,
The mouths of the righteous utter wisdom, and their tongues speak what is just. – Psalm 37:30 By: Melissa Bell If you’re anything like me, you may feel as though you are free falling from a cliff, grasping for anything to hold onto. You hope that one day you’ll wake up and realize this current
Jeremiah 33:3, “Call to Me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” My heart has been heavy with grief given all that’s happened thus far in 2020. Grief for the millions affected by Covid-19. Grief for the 41 million out of work and the millions of
by Lisa Grimes, Board Member What a tough week it’s been. Our hearts are heavy. As the pandemic, economy, racial tensions, protests, and riots continue, the situation is grim. Just add a personal challenge or two and things can seem almost overwhelming. So many people are living in fear. Fear of the known and the
1 Corinthians 2:9, “No eye has seen, no ear has heard and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him.” by: Keri Medlin Let me describe myself. Wife Daughter Sister Aunt Clinical Director Song leader Bible study leader Encourager Worrier “Expectant” I believe one of my spiritual gifts is encouragement.