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5 Rapid-Fired Commands for Holy Living

5/23/2025

In 1 #Thessalonians 5, the #Apostle Paul lays out clear and powerful commands--not just for #personalgrowth, but for how we relate to one another as the #bodyofChrist. Don’t quench the Spirit. Don’t despise God’s Word. Test everything. Hold tightly to what is good. Avoid even the appearance of evil. Paul isn’t just giving us a #todolist, he’s reminding us that #God Himself is #faithful and will empower us to walk in #holiness. #Read and be #encouraged! #FaithfulGod #ChristianLiving #BibleStudy

Holy Living
from 1 Thessalonians 5
(Part 2)

Here we are back in 1 Thessalonians 5 with the Apostle Paul looking at these commands for holy living in the lives of believers. Remember, Paul is addressing the church at Thessalonica and helping them to know how to relate to other believers with these short commands. The first three we looked at last month (3 Rapid-Fired Commands for Holy Living) were found in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, where Paul speaks specifically to some personal commands:

“Rejoice evermore.”
“Pray without ceasing.”
“In every thing give thanks…”

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3 Rapid-Fired Commands for Holy Living

4/25/2025

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The Apostle Paul gives us 3 Rapid-Fired Commands for Holy Living in 1 #Thessalonians 5. They are a clear and powerful call: #Rejoice always. #Pray without ceasing. #GiveThanks in everything. These aren't just suggestions--they're a #Christian lifestyle for believers walking in hope and holiness! Let’s choose joy, stay in #prayer, and live #thankful--because this is the will of #God in #Christ #Jesus (1 Thess. 5:18). #Read the full post and be #encouraged to live holy in this unholy world. #faith

Holy Living
from 1 Thessalonians 5
(Part 1)

Paul is one of my favorite writers the Holy Spirit used in the New Testament. There are so many ways that I relate to what he struggled with and how he shares those struggles in such a transparent way.

I Thessalonians is one of the first books of the New Testament written about 52-53 AD. Paul wrote this letter to the church at Thessalonica probably a few months after leaving them on his second missionary journey. He had heard a good report from Timothy about what was going on there and decided to write to encourage the believers there.

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5 Common Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Homeschool Experience

4/11/2025

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Homeschooling is an incredible journey--but let’s be real, it comes with its challenges! Whether you’re starting out or feeling frustrated along the way, avoiding these 5 common mistakes can make all the difference. Unrealistic expectations, lack of #organization, too much or too little structure, making #curriculum a “god” instead of a #guide, neglecting the heart of #homeschooling--It's not just about #academics; it’s about #discipleship and connection. #HomeschoolLife #ChristianParenting

If seeing the title of this post led to you rushing here to read more, then you likely fall into one of two camps. Either you are considering homeschooling for your child and want to get ahead of the game or you are already homeschooling and perhaps feeling some frustrations about your experience.

Homeschooling is an amazing gift for both parents and children alike, but that doesn’t mean that it does not also have its own unique set of trials and possible pitfalls to navigate.

The good news is that these things can be avoided and corrected, allowing for you and your family’s homeschool experience to be a fun, fruitful, and enriching time! As parents, we are and always will be our children’s first and primary educators, even if we decide not to homeschool long-term.

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4 Gifts of Biblical Mentoring

3/7/2025

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Biblical #mentoring is a powerful #gift that strengthens #faith, fosters growth, and creates a #legacy of #wisdom passed down through generations. #God designed us for #discipleship--#learning from those ahead of us and pouring into those behind us. #SpiritualGrowth – A #mentor helps us apply God’s Word, not just learn it. #Accountability – A mentor challenges and #encourages us in our walk with #Christ. Community – #Mentorship keeps us from isolation and connects us to the Body.

Just before I went off to college, my mom sat me down to give me some wisdom that served me incredibly well through those formative years. Knowing that I was embarking on my first taste of independence and young adulthood and thus lacking in life experience and discernment, she challenged me to find a spiritual mentor as soon as possible.

She strongly encouraged me to find a woman of God, at least a generation older than I was, who would be willing to meet with me regularly to offer guidance, instruction, and encouragement in my spiritual walk, in addition to practical life advice.

That was over 25 years ago, and I can confidently say this has been one of the best gifts my mother has given me. Over the years, I've had numerous women who have graciously come alongside me and poured into my life.

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What to do When Life Feels Heavy

2/7/2025

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When life feels heavy, remember who carries you! Some seasons of life feel heavier than others--you can see the sun shining outside, yet in your heart, there’s a storm brewing. Sometimes we know why, we’re facing loss, #trials, or #uncertainty, other times, the weight feels unexplainable. But here’s the #truth: #Jesus said we would face trouble (John 16:33). Yet, He didn’t leave us to bear it alone! He gave us the Holy Spirit--the Helper, the Comforter, the One who strengthens us in every season.

Have you ever been in a season where everything in life just feels heavy? Does it seem like there is just one thing after another pressing down on your mind? You can look out the window and see a sunny day, but in your heart, it feels like an impending storm.

Often, we can pinpoint the cause of these feelings — a specific set of circumstances, a loss, a trying relationship, etc. But sometimes, life is less obvious and we can’t really put a finger on the culprit. There are days when we just feel sad.

This definitely describes my recent experience over the last few weeks. Don’t get me wrong — it’s not all been bad. God is still good and has shown Himself faithful. Nevertheless, as I talked about it with my husband, we both admitted to feeling a sense of heaviness that doesn’t really have a clear-cut source or a solution.

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The Biggest Lesson I Learned in 2024

1/3/2025

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As 2024 ends, I reflect on a year of growth and God’s grace. I realized I was merely surviving--dry and disconnected from Him. But we’re made to flourish, not just exist. Prioritizing time with God shifted me from striving to thriving. A flourishing life takes intentionality, but it’s rooted in joy and His strength. As 2025 begins, I pray to keep thriving in His grace. Read my latest blog post for lessons and tips to pursue the abundant life God has for you. #FlourishInChrist #FaithJourney

Now that Christmas has passed and I’ve been slowly packing away decorations and leftover wrapping paper, I can’t help but reflect on the year that is quickly coming to a close. This year has been one where God has patiently stretched me and grown me, teaching me a hard lesson that I needed to grow in conformity to Him and His Word. As I enter 2025, I am resolving to carry this lesson with me and to pursue the truths God has taught me through it.

A flourishing life doesn’t happen on autopilot.

About halfway through this past year, I found myself feeling off. I felt a lingering sense of just existing. I was getting my to-dos done. I was being a good wife and mother, at least on paper. I was active in church and ministry.

But I felt I was simply surviving each day, only to have to wake up and do it all again the next.

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The Greatest Gift

12/20/2024

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Christmas is almost here! Are you ready? Whether your #gifts are wrapped or last-minute, the #joy is in the #giving. But have you considered the greatest #gift of all? #Isaiah 9:6 says,

Christmas is almost here! Have you got all the gifts you need to purchase? Are you one of those amazing people who have them all wrapped and ready for Christmas already? Maybe you are one of those people who will wait until the last few days before Christmas to get out and get all the things you need and then stay up all night on Christmas Eve to get them wrapped. The only sad thing is that ready early or just finished on Christmas Eve, most will watch the kids demolish the amazing wrapping in seconds, but that’s the fun of the act of giving the gift, right? In the moment when you give the gift, do you think about the cost of the gift? In the moment of receiving the gift and all the excitement that goes along with it, maybe the cost isn’t on our minds, but after reflection, we must recognize that the giver freely gives his gift to the receiver out of a heart of love. The gift is given without any strings attached even though it costs the giver personally to give it.

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