The “Listen Close, Listen Well” series continues today (and most Thursdays from now through the end of August). Since our baby girl is due in May, many of my writing friends are sharing their hearts and words throughout this series so I can be freed up to love on Baby…
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Instagram Giveaway: It is a joy to be a part of the #40DaySugarFast. If you missed it, here’s the post about what God is teaching me through this time: When the Sweet Fix Makes You Sick. I’m using a journal to document the things that God is speaking and doing…
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When I saw that my friend, Wendy, was heading up the 40 Day Sugar Fast again, I said, “Oh no!” Not because last year was a bad experience. Not because my heart was refined in a much-needed way. Not because God uncovered my anger issues and asked me to confess…
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Dear 12 Year-Old Girl: I saw you the other day wearing a dress that your mom bought. You enhanced your ensemble with a sassy thrift store jean jacket and high-top boots with neon laces—just to make sure your personality came through. You were annoyed at your mom for telling you,…
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Time for another installment of the “Listen Close, Listen Well” series. It’s been such a treat to share these stories from writing friends around the web. I met today’s special guest through the #RaRaLinkup. It is evident that Crystal has a heart to follow Jesus and I know her words…
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Dear Tightly-Wound Woman: I know you crave the sweet. But often you go looking for satisfaction in places, people, and props that won’t fulfill your cravings. I have made you to enjoy Me but often you seek joy apart from Me—you forget that I have given daily delights to draw…
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