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We Are Free In Christ
This is the fifth devotion in the Holding On By Faith Devotional Series: We Are Free In Christ. Today we’re exploring the area of holding on to truth about ourselves and our future, when the enemy tries to sow seeds of doubt in our minds. Focus verse “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1 Devotion Jesus has purchased my freedom. He has purchased your freedom. We are free! Isn’t this a beautiful truth? A truth we can dwell on today, even as we experience struggles and hardships of many…
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Working for Jesus with Jen Kosuda
This podcast episode is part of the Rule of Life series and today we’re looking at working for Jesus. In today’s episode, I talk to Jen Kosuda about what work looks like in Kingdom Culture. Where work is less about striving, and more about surrender to Christ. Listen in to today’s episode below! Meet Jen! Jennifer Kosuda, founder of The Art of a Messy House, is a wife, mom, teacher, author and podcaster. She is a native of New Jersey where she lives with her husband of almost 14 years and their three children and puppy. As a public school teacher since 2006, Jen has a passion for inspiring youth…
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God Is Our Refuge
This is the fourth devotion in the Holding on By Faith Devotional series: God is our refuge. Today we’re looking at seasons of life where we experience deep pain and how we can turn to God for His presence and comfort. God is Our Refuge – Focus Verse “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 Devotion Sometimes we go through seasons in life where all we can feel is heartache. And in those moments, we feel like we’re alone. We can’t feel God’s presence or peace – just turmoil and despair. Our expectations and dreams for the future have been smashed into smithereens.…
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Working in Surrender
In this episode of the Rule of Life series, I share my heart on working in surrender to Jesus. Sometimes we’re restless and burdened because we haven’t surrendered our work to the Lord. At least not completely. We’re working from a place of striving, people-pleasing and cultural conformity, instead of letting God lead us. Instead of working in surrender to His Kingdom. Jesus’ yoke is easy, and His burden is light (Matthew 11:28-30). In taking it upon ourselves, we will learn to rest in His sovereignty, take stewardship of the loads He intends us to carry, and release the loads that are not ours to bear. Let’s look at some key ways…
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Do Not Fear
This is the second devotion in the Holding On By Faith Devotional Series: Do Not Fear. Today, we’re looking at the character of God and His heart of compassion toward us. Focus verse “Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will also help you, I will also uphold you with My righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 Devotion God is with you. He will strengthen you. No matter what struggles you’re experiencing. Don’t be anxious. Don’t be afraid. God will help you. He will uphold you. These are all truths. Truths I am speaking over myself.…
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Simple Homemaking – 10 Ideas
In this podcast episode, I talk about 10 ideas for simple homemaking. Making our homemaking simpler will help us slow down and embrace Jesus’s life-giving rhythms. Some of these ideas include cleaning routines, meal planning and preparation, laundry routines, shopping, and decluttering. Rule of Life – 10 Ideas For Simple Homemaking 1. Adopt a cleaning routine that works for you. From TOMM to Flylady choose the best one for you. (Links to different routines further down this page.) 2. Use machines to your benefit. Don’t let machines rule your life. Sometimes choose slow and simple instead. 3. Make simple and fast meals during the week. Choose fresh ingredients and cook…
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Be Still And Know
This is the second devotion in the Holding On By Faith Devotional Series here on the blog and today’s reflection is an encouragement to be still and know God’s power. The focus verse for today is lovely and it comes from Psalm 46. I want to encourage you to stop whatever you’re doing, take a deep breath, and settle in to read with a ready heart to listen to God’s word and the devotion for today. Also, please read the whole chapter after! Focus verse “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 Devotion…
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Do Not Be Anxious
This is the first devotion in the Holding on By Faith Devotional Series on the blog and today we’re looking at a command given to us in scripture: do not be anxious! Focus verse “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 Devotion In seasons of life when we are just holding on by a thread, often anxiety can completely engulf us as we envision ourselves being caught by our circumstances. It’s common in these situations…
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Embracing the Present with Leslie Moore
This is part of the Rule of Life podcast series and this episode is about embracing the present as a gift from God. In this week’s episode, I chat with my friend and fellow writer, Leslie Moore, about waiting on God in seasons of transition and embracing the present as a gift from God. So often in life, it’s easy for us to anticipate the future so much, that we forget to live and enjoy the season God has us in. Not only that, but we often forget that it’s in our seasons of transition that God actually prepares us for what He has lined up for us. So, instead…
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Just Say The Word
This is the fifth devotion in the Seeing By Faith Devotional Series: Just Say The Word. Today’s devotion focuses on believing in God’s word first, before we see an outworking in our circumstances. Focus verse “Lord, I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed.” Matthew 8:8 Devotion Often, our lack of faith is related to one thing. We can’t see any outward evidence of what we’re praying for. Yet, God wants us to have the kind of faith that believes in God’s promise first, which then leads to an outworking in reality. God wants us to…
