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Ordinary Mornings, Extraordinary Grace

From His fullness we have all received, grace upon grace — John 1:16 Today, take note of what brings you gladness. That which gives you pause or causes you to ...

Late-Night Prayer Sessions

Editor’s note: Emily Ley’s new book Near the Night is a perfect read especially for those of us who struggle with sleep. These meditations on God’s peace and rest will ...

Perfection: No One Is Expecting Me to Be Perfect

Editor’s note: Emily Ley’s new book Near the Night is a perfect read especially for those of us who struggle with sleep. These meditations on God’s peace and rest will ...

In the Waiting

Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my ...

Dig In

The greatest gift you can give another is the purity of your attention. ~ Richard MossHaving written this book before COVID-19, I want to hug you, to pull you near ...

Your Spark and God’s Calling

Our calling changes and evolves over the years as we grow and our circumstances change.My calling, during my high school years, was to connect with that spark, to develop a ...

Finding certainty when everything feels uncertain

Four weeks before COVID turned our entire world upside down, I turned in the manuscript for my new book, Growing Boldly: Dare to Build a Life You Love. Little did ...

When Less Becomes More: Just a Glass

It was a funny joke in the early days of motherhood: Is it time for wine yet? Haha. My girlfriends and I would have playdates on Fridays that always involved ...

Less Is More, Especially Through the Holidays

Have you ever wondered when life began to be different?When did we change from happy little girls to frenzied women? Is there a mark on our timelines when we changed ...

Clear the Clutter and Give Your Heart a New Focus: Simply Content

We’re members of one of the most privileged societies in the world.So why do we yearn for more when we have so much already?I feel uncomfortable even writing about it ...

Joy in the Stillness

Be still, and know that I am God. — Psalm 46:10 (NIV)For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a high-energy, ambitious person. When I was a little girl, ...

5 Tips to Help Us Enjoy Christmas This Year

Christmas is one of my very favorite times of the year, especially now that I have three little ones. I love creating a space to make memories with my family, ...

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Free Christmas Bible Study!

Free Christmas Bible Study!

Advent isn't just about waiting... let's get ready for Christmas with a fresh sense of anticipation! Join this short 4-week study and get access to 4 study videos with Christine Caine and Lisa Harper and other Advent resources - all free when you sign up! Study starts 12/2.