Most of us, at one time or another, have had to navigate the shadow of shame. Be it something we’ve done, or something that’s been done to us. Either way, it acts like a dark cloak around our soul hovering and haunting our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Reading through the book of Proverbs is like being in a Master Class. Wise words and adages dance across the page, style and wit their guide. Yet, it’s the wisdom that is played out in real life against the backdrop of difficult circumstances that stake the biggest claim.
Relationship with God and with others gets messy. This is a reality we have to embrace. And because of this reality, the need for forgiveness and grace is staggering. Sometimes it’s too much. Our only hope is to live and love from a posture of purpose—one that has a sure footing in eternity.
Life is just flat-out complicated. We are constantly approached by seasons of change as opponents to be met in the ring, and undeniably someone or something is going down. Truthfully, this is where we so often land, don’t we? Toggling between competing emotions and begging to tap out! The big question is who will I be on the other side of this battle?
Life is full of ups and downs, twists and turns. When we adopt the missional mindset amid our mess, our life becomes daring, unique, and contains an uncommon beauty. We do this one step at a time. Intentional. Committed. Surrendered.
The blessing of the thorn is found in God’s divine plan for our weakness because like it or not, there’s a process to such purpose. For His power is made perfect in our weakness.
Ephesians 5:15-16 Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. PRAYER Gracious God, I want to be brave and engage in the life you have for me. Grow me in courage, and give me the wisdom I need to follow … Read more
Galatians 6:9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. PRAYER Lord, in your tender mercy, I find myself once again meeting you on the threshing floor. Through this process of refinement, reveal in me that which honors You. … Read more
Judges 5:21b March on, my soul; be strong! PRAYER Oh Lord, make me strong. Help me to trust you completely. Refresh and revive my soul so I can follow you wholeheartedly and lead my family in strength as we march onward. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. Regardless of where you find yourself on the mom spectrum—actively … Read more
Philippians 3:13-14 I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus PRAYER Lord God, Help me form … Read more