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Follow Jesus Wherever He Leads
Hi mama! Today, I’m sharing a brief reflection on what it’s like to follow Jesus when we go through struggles and confusing situations. Today’s reflection is based on Matthew 16:24 where Jesus explains the concept of discipleship to His followers. “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” Matthew 16:24 Reflection A true disciple of Jesus actively chooses to keep following her Rabbi, wherever He goes. Even when she can’t see where He’s taking her. Through dark and windy roads. Up hills and down mountains. Through valleys. Being a disciple is about learning to trust. Unclenching fists. Relinquishing control. Releasing expectations.…
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Feeling Restless? Discover How To Find Contentment In God!
Hi mama! Today I’m sharing an article I wrote on finding contentment in God. In this article, I share the reason we’re often restless, why it’s important to find contentment in God and how we can find contentment in God. When we do, we’ll experience God’s rest instead of restlessness. God’s peace instead of turmoil. God’s joy instead of disappointment. Why We’re Restless And Discontent Discontent is rooted in desire. We feel discontent when there is an unmet desire within us. Yet, the problem with discontent is not desire, but disordered desire. It’s when we crave what cannot satisfy, instead of turning to the only One who can. It’s when…
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Whom Shall I Fear?
This devotion is part of the Overcoming By Faith Devotional Series and we’re looking at how we can say, together with David, whom shall I fear? Today’s reflection is based on Psalm 27:1 “The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life — of whom shall I be afraid?” Ok, so let’s jump right in! Whom Shall I Fear? Focus verse “The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?” – Psalm 27:1 Devotion One of the wonderful things that happens when…
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Celebrating The Sabbath As Christians
Ok, so today we’re looking at the importance of the Sabbath for us as Christians. In this post, I’m sharing why we should celebrate the Sabbath as Christians, how celebrating the Sabbath transforms our faith, and how to celebrate the Sabbath (with plenty of suggestions and ideas to get you started). Why celebrate the Sabbath as Christians? The first question is why. Isn’t observing the Sabbath an Old-Testament command for the Israelites? As Christians, aren’t we set free from the law? Ok, so first things first – yes, observing the Sabbath was a command God gave the people of Israel (Exodus 20:8-11, Deuteronomy 5:12-14, Isaiah 58:13-14). And yes, in Jesus,…
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They Cried Out To The Lord
This devotion is based on Psalm 107:19 and it focuses on our need to cry out to the Lord when we’re afflicted by trouble. This devotion is part of the Rescued By Faith Devotional Series and it comprises a focus verse, a reflection, questions for meditation and application, and a prayer. Focus verse “Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble; He saved them out of their distresses.” Psalm 107:19 Devotion Thank the Lord that He is good and everlasting in love. When we cry out to Him in our trouble, He answers. Sometimes God answers by delivering us from our troubles instantly. Other times, God doesn’t deliver…
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Faith Over Fear With Vanessa Luu
This is the first episode of 2024 and also the beginning of the Walking with Jesus podcast series: Faith Over Fear. In this episode, I talk to my friend, Vanessa Luu, about how God wants us to choose faith in Him over fear. Vanessa shares some personal testimonies of how God has helped her grow in this area. She also shares some ways we can grow in our faith as moms. So grab a cup of tea, listen in, and be blessed, mama! Find out more about Vanessa! Vanessa Luu is a wife, mother, and faith-based writer with a fire burning in her soul to reach the world for Jesus.…
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The Lord Delivers Me
Hi mama! This is the first devotion in the Rescued By Faith Devotional Series, and today we’re looking at The Lord Delivers Me a devotion based on Psalm 34:4. In this devotion, we’re looking at God’s desire to deliver us from our fears. Read it and be encouraged! Focus verse “I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:4 Devotion As Christians struggling with life’s curve balls, sometimes we have this super spiritual idea that we just need to buckle through and not show signs of weakness. In effect, we believe we need to push away any negative thoughts or feelings, try…
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Praise The Lord
Today’s devotion is part of the Holding on By Faith devotional series here on the blog and it’s called: Praise the Lord. In today’s devotion, we’re looking at how we can bring ourselves to praise the Lord even in the midst of our troubles and pain. Focus verse “Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.” 1 Chronicles 16:8 Devotion Praise moves the heart of God, because praise is about shifting our gaze away from ourselves and onto God. Praise is a discipline, however. We won’t always feel like praising God. Especially when we are experiencing struggles and pain. Yet, perhaps…
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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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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.…
