faith, Uncategorized, Word Wednesday

What it Means to be a New Creation in Christ

    When my kids were toddlers, the first word out of their sweet little mouths (besides “I love my wonderful mama!” wink-wink) was a word that baffled me. I never said it to them (I don’t think). It just floated out of those babies’ lips. They’d grab a toy out of another child’s hands and claim possession whether it …

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Bite of Bread, purpose

Bite of Bread: Living for Something Greater

I have this thing about my hair. I hate to admit it. But I’m such a girl when it comes to my locks. My “do”never seems to be just right. It’s either too short or too long, too thick, too crazy wavy or too straight. I let it grow; I get it cut. I find a style I like but …

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worry

6 Scriptures for when you’re stressed and worried

    “I have said these things to you, that you may have peace. In the world you will have trouble, but take heart; I have overcome the world.” John 16:33   “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled …

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Bite of Bread, worship

Bite of Bread: God Loves You Psalm 103

“Praise the Lord, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name.  Praise the Lord, O my soul, and don’t forget His benefits–who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion,  who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is …

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Esther, purpose

You are Here for Such a Time as This

The story of Esther is one of our favorites. It’s a Cinderella story on steroids. Not only does the king choose her, she saves her people. She’s like a biblical Super Girl!  I want to be like Esther when I grow up. Brave and full of faith. But a closer look at the story shows that she wasn’t always brave, …

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