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Penny in the Air: My Story of Becoming Affirming June 5, 2019
In my e-newsletter Field Notes, we have an “Ask Sarah” section where people can send in their questions to me and I try to answer them in future editions. Usually those questions are pretty simple and straightforward (i.e. what’s your... The post Penny in the Air: My Story of Becoming Affirming appeared first on Sarah Bessey. And check out Sarah Bessey' […]
Knit One, Purl Joy January 10, 2018
“Be the weirdo who dares to enjoy.” – Elizabeth Gilbert I’m a knitter. Yes, I mean actual knitting – yarn, needles, piles of knitting pattern books based on literary heroines, fibre strands clinging to my black clothes, first-name-basis with the... The post Knit One, Purl Joy appeared first on Sarah Bessey. And check out Sarah Bessey's critically acclai […]
Keep Not Quitting July 5, 2017
It’s been hard, oh, I know that. It’s been humbling and it has felt like nothing is working and it’s all uphill and you’re wondering why you even bother. It has felt like two steps-forward-one-step-back. It has reminded you over... The post Keep Not Quitting appeared first on Sarah Bessey. And check out Sarah Bessey's critically acclaimed new book, […]

Funeral for Rachel May 30, 2019
Rachel's work was authentic and inclusive. In that spirit we plan to provide a live stream of her funeral this Saturday, June 1st, at 2pm EDT. I want anyone who would gain some small amount of solace from this imperfect ritual in the face of massive loss to have a chance to do so.You can find the live stream here: https://rachelheldevans.com/funeralI ha […]
Rachel's Health Updates April 20, 2019
Hi I’m Dan (Rachel’s husband) and this is where you can find accurate public updates about Rachel’s health. I will update this post as needed.Thank you to all of those that have showed support and sympathy for Rachel and our family.April 19th, 2019 AnnouncementDuring treatment for an infection Rachel began exhibiting unexpected symptoms. Doctors found that h […]
Lent for the Lamenting March 6, 2019
“There are recovery programs for people grieving the loss of a parent, sibling, or spouse. You can buy books on how to cope with the death of a beloved pet or work through the anguish of a miscarriage. We speak openly with one another about the bereavement that can accompany a layoff, a move, a diagnosis, or a dream deferred. But no one really teaches you ho […]

Verse of the Day - 1 Peter 5:4 June 26, 2019
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.—1 Peter 5:4Thoughts on Today's Verse...What a wonderful blessing it is to be led by godly, loving shepherds. But as much as we love them and show them respect, they will receive even greater appreciation in heaven! My Prayer...O glorious God, please bless […]
Verse of the Day - Zechariah 11:17 June 25, 2019
"Woe to the worthless shepherd, who deserts the flock! May the sword strike his arm and his right eye! May his arm be completely withered, his right eye totally blinded!"—Zechariah 11:17Thoughts on Today's Verse...Church leadership is such an awesome and sobering responsibility and should be conducted with reverential humility. Those seeking s […]
Verse of the Day - Psalm 105:4 June 24, 2019
Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.—Psalm 105:4Thoughts on Today's Verse...When we honestly evaluate where we use our time, how we spend our money, what we think about most often, and where we put forth our best efforts, what do we find? Is God our consuming passion? Is he our first love? My Prayer...O mighty Lord, it is hard not to […]

Proverbs 8:1-11 June 26, 2019
Today’s Scripture: 1-11 Do you hear Lady Wisdom calling? Can you hear Madame Insight raising her voice?She’s taken her stand at First and Main, at the busiest intersection.Right in the city square where the traffic is thickest, she shouts,“You—I’m talking to all of you, everyone out here on the streets!Listen, you idiots—learn good sense! You […]
Proverbs 7:21-27 June 25, 2019
Today’s Scripture: 21-23 Soon she has him eating out of her hand, bewitched by her honeyed speech.Before you know it, he’s trotting behind her, like a calf led to the butcher shop,Like a stag lured into ambush and then shot with an arrow,Like a bird flying into a net not knowing that its flying life is over. 24-27 So, friends, listen […] The post […]
Proverbs 7:13-20 June 24, 2019
Today’s Scripture: 13-20 She threw her arms around him and kissed him, boldly took his arm and said,“I’ve got all the makings for a feast— today I made my offerings, my vows are all paid,So now I’ve come to find you, hoping to catch sight of your face—and here you are!I’ve spread fresh, clean sheets on my bed, colorful imported […] The post Prove […]

“How the Reformation Rediscovered Happiness”

But the gospel “signifies merry, glad, and joyful tidings, that make a man’s heart glad, and make him sing, dance, and leap for joy.” For “since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand” (Romans 5:1–2). And so, we can join with Tyndale and Luther as they laugh from the bottom of their hearts — as they rejoice in their righteousness.

What to believe, when Dad walks away!

God Loves You!
How do we paint accurate, biblical portraits of our Father’s goodness and faithfulness? When we’ve been the victim of sinful caricatures of fatherhood, we have a harder time seeing who God promises to be for us. The Bible articulates the truth we need ..

100 Things God Said About Healing – Bill Subritzky | HopeFaithPrayer

“One Hundred Healing Scriptures”

What would God say about anxieties

What would God say about anxieties !

Is Grace a licence to be Lazy ..

Is Grace a licence to be Lazy?

Kindness Everywhere ..

Magnet for Kindness “Like a magnet, we draw in what we constantly think about. If you are always thinking positive, happy, joyful thoughts you’re going to be a happy, positive, joyful person, and you will attract other happy, upbeat, positive people.” – Joel Osteen I spent the day practicing kindness, happy thoughts, and even […] via […]

God celebrates even when we don’t feel like it. — Allison Bown

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You’re Not What You Do — But You’ll Do Great Things
I’d rather attempt to do something great and fail than to attempt to do nothing and succeed. — Robert H. Schuller You are going to do great things in your life. I am so passionate about Christians finding an identity rooted in God’s love, because I know that’s ultimately the only way they will fulfill... The post You’re Not What You Do — But You’ll Do Great […]
Bobby Schuller
You Are Not Defined By What You Achieve
Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall. — Proverbs 16:18 So many of us try to define ourselves by our accomplishments, to find our worth in what we’ve done, instead of in whom we belong to. We want to let our achievements, our victories, our trophies, our wins to define us... The post You Are Not Defined By What You Achieve appeared […]
Craig Groeschel
Wait While God Works
So here I sit in the waiting room. The receptionist took my name, recorded my insurance data, and gestured to a chair. “Please have a seat. We will call you when the doctor is ready.” I look around. A mother holds a sleeping baby. A fellow dressed in a suit thumbs through Time magazine. A... The post Wait While God Works appeared first on FaithGateway.
Max Lucado
People Fuel: God’s Energy Source for Life
Life places many demands on us: the demands of navigating our careers, marriages, parenting, dating lives, friendships, self care and service, to name a few. The demands aren’t bad things, they are simply the way life works. The reality is that we all have our responsibilities. Our demands require us to have energy, positivity, and... The post People Fuel: […]
John Townsend
Anxious for Nothing Week 1 — Rejoice in the Lord Always
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. — Philippians 4:6-7 Peace is within reach, not for a lack of problems, but for... The post Anxious for Nothing Week […]
Laurie McClure

Is God Angry at Me When I Sin?
We go from a rebel against the King to a child of the King. God’s attitude toward us completely changes. But does he still get angry at us when we sin?Listen Now
John Piper
You’ve (Still) Got a Friend in Me: The Charming Gravity of Toy Story 4
We need friends like we need air, food, and shelter. We may survive a few more years without friendship, but we will not truly live — now or forever — without finding a good friend. That basic emotional (and spiritual) need runs, like a Randy Newman soundtrack, under every frame of animation in the Toy Story series. Now Woody, Buzz, and the rest of the toy c […]
Marshall Segal
Philippians 3:15–16: What the Mature Think About
A heavenly mindset will not be lofty and self-righteous, but humble and God-dependent.Watch Now
John Piper
Lord, Spare Me from Success
I failed as a collegiate athlete. For some years now, I’ve looked back with regret on wasted potential and childhood dreams that were so close to coming true but never did. Why didn’t I work harder? What if I had known what I do today? Why didn’t God allow me to utilize the gifts he gave me? It still bothers me from time to time. Even if you’ve never spent t […]
Greg Morse

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God celebrates even when we don’t feel like it. — Allison Bown

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