Out of Routine
I know I've mentioned to you before that I'm a routine person. In other words, I like a schedule. But I'm not necessarily referring to what time we have meals, or what day of the week [...]
The Danger of Perception
A woman walks into a party, already a bit nervous for no reason other than insecurity. Within a few seconds inside, she observes a small group whispering across the room. One glances her way and then [...]
Any Little Thing
As I laid down to go to sleep, I prayed: "Lord, forgive me. I had resentment in my heart today. Thank you for helping me recognize it, deal with it, and remove it..." LESSON ONE Jesus [...]
Breaking Free From Condemnation
When I was pregnant with our second son, the doctors scheduled me for a special procedure before delivery because he was breach. I'm not sure how I misunderstood my doctor, but I could've sworn she told [...]
Soul Wounds
This article first appeared on The Christian Broadcasting Network | Soul wounds are real. They are the result of our mind, will, or emotions being so abruptly jolted that a wound is made upon the soul, [...]
I’m Done Chasing Feelings
When you think about it, emotions are an interesting attribute of our human make-up. God saw it fit to equip us with these feelings that influence our behavior. Emotions cause us to laugh, cry, yell, and [...]
Dealing With Distractions
God has been trying to help me recognize and understand the distractions in my life. In fact, I've learned: "Whatever is not your assignment is your distraction." You might think this would be a simple lesson, [...]
I Hate Sin
There is an awful law at work in every Christian. It is a stumbling block for both the instigator and the witness. We would be lost if God's Word didn't help us understand the battle within... [...]
Airing Dirty Laundry
Trust isn't earned by showing off only your Sunday best. "You see, God is a Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth." This was the final explanation Jesus gave to the woman [...]
That’s Just Silliness
This article first appeared on The Inspired Woman blog | by Daphne Delay I heard in my spirit, "That's just silliness." My mind was transitioning from the day to the start of our midweek service at [...]
God-Inside-Minded, Part 3
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 It's good to put ourselves in remembrance that we are not alone. And specifically, we’ve been reminded that because God has chosen our hearts to be His home [...]
God-Inside-Minded, Part 2
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 In Part One, we said, "Our lives aren't small, but we might be living small." In other words, Christ isn't small. On the contrary, He is magnificent! And [...]
God-Inside-Minded, Part 1
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 "...and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us" (Matthew 1:23). God with us. What an amazing revelation! With all the paintings and [...]
Empty Words & Idle Talk
Part 1 | Part 2 Recently, I talked about the importance of discretion. And I made statement I want to clarify: A lack of discretion is a sign of insecurity. We can blame ignorance on our [...]
Did I Just Say That?
Part 1 | Part 2 I recently posted a status on Facebook and Twitter that received a lot of attention: I can think some things... I can know some things... But I don't have to "say" [...]
How Many of Us are Like This Man?
I recently read through the story of the man by the pool of Bethesda. It's an account I have pondered before; an interesting story about a man who had suffered with an infirmity for 38 years when [...]
My Repeated Prayer
Have you ever noticed how certain words will resonate with you, while others don't? I think it's different for everyone because of our upbringing, experiences, maturity, education, geography, etc. But as a Christian, I've noticed this [...]
How To Get Peace & Keep It
You and I control our peace. No one else... One morning, while on a pre-dawn walk with my husband, I felt a little grumpy. Mainly because it was early! I had been trying to find the perfect [...]
