The other response the Holy Spirit brings about is faith or belief. What and Who we are believing in matters. The Bible says that even the demons believe [in God] and shudder, (James 2:19) and we know that they are not saved. The belief that God is real, Jesus came to earth, or even that... Continue Reading →
Have you ever sat down and read through the gospels? Or at least the entire account of Good Friday through Resurrection Sunday? Have you taken the time to really think about the details? I remember when I did that for the first time, really taking my time. Everyone knows “Jesus died on the cross for... Continue Reading →
I’m sure you’ve heard the saying before - “You are your own worst enemy.” There are times it sure seems we make heaps of trouble for ourselves. Especially when we let our hearts fill with pride. Recently, in having a disagreement with someone, I found myself thinking “I don’t deserve to be treated this way.”... Continue Reading →
I don’t know about you, but I love new beginnings. An unopened notebook, freshly washed sheets, a never-seen-before sunset. Oh, I enjoy used and loved things too, but there is something inspiring about pure and untainted. Each day is like that. As L.M. Montgomery says in Anne of Green Gables, “Tomorrow is always fresh, with... Continue Reading →
“But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from one who takes away your cloak do not withhold your tunic either. Give... Continue Reading →
Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” The MacArthur Study Bible: “Love. One of several Greek words for love, agape is the love of choice, referring not to an emotional affection, physical attraction, or a familial bond, but to... Continue Reading →
It’s been almost a full year since our “new marriage” started. As I reflect on the lessons God has taught us and the progress we’re making, I am exceedingly grateful. Our marriage isn’t perfect, but it is blessed; it is sweet. We still can frustrate each other and we still fail, but we’ve made the choice... Continue Reading →
I always joke to my husband that he’s “my person.” The first time I told him that, I thought it sounded sweet, but he just looked at me and was like, “What? That sounds weird.” *Roll Eyes Emoji Here* But I kept saying it anyway because that’s what best describes how I feel about Brian.... Continue Reading →
I can’t write about Biblical marriage without reading one of the main passages on what the husband and wife relationship is supposed to look like. This passage starts in Ephesians 5, where Paul commands believers to imitate God, to walk in love, and to be free of sexual immorality and sin. We are to walk... Continue Reading →
One practical thing Brian and I have implemented into our day to day life is an easy schedule. We found it best to leave it roomy and not detailed, but to just have a general idea of what we want to do as a family each night of the week. For example: Monday is book... Continue Reading →
The Misplaced Mom 