by Julie Gillies We’ve all done it: compared ourselves to others. Whether we compare our bodies, our families, our jobs, our callings, or where we are on the journey, the temptation can be so subtle we barely recognize it. But it’s dangerous ground we would be wise to avoid. Comparing ourselves to others does a… Continue reading Dangerous Ground
Category: Scattered Seeds
He Will Meet You In Your Desert
Hillsong United – Desert Song (Official Music Video) from hillsong-united on GodTube. Desert Song by Hillsong United This is my prayer in the desert And all that’s within me feels dry This is my prayer in the hunger in me My God is a God who provides And this is my prayer in the fire… Continue reading He Will Meet You In Your Desert
A Life of Value
by Jenny Harrison Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value. ~~ Albert Einstein Outwardly, Mother Nature had taken a toll on the sweet lady. Her body was frail and her memory was compromised but the inward spirit, and the years of selfless service to others was beyond impressive. As she… Continue reading A Life of Value
Wisdom For My Warrior Women
“I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.” Psalm 89:1 I sit in the midst of chaos. (Like that is anything new for my life) Surrounding me are the future generations of warrior women. Awash in the Disney Channel, boy band music, hair spray, smart… Continue reading Wisdom For My Warrior Women
My Letter to the Hurting
by Sarah Malcangi Dearest Friend, I know you are going through a hard time. I just want to take this moment and encourage you to embrace how you are feeling and not to bury it deep in your heart. Your heart is meant to experience things that your mind may try to avoid. Life is… Continue reading My Letter to the Hurting
Wildly Obedient
We are thrilled to announce that our very own friend and ministry sister, Michelle, was selected to be a 2014 Declare Conference Blog Contributor. Today we are sharing her post featured at www.declareconference.com. Way to go Michelle! by Michelle Welch A year ago I found myself on the Declare Conference page. I had been hearing… Continue reading Wildly Obedient
Yep, I’m Going to Counseling
We are honored that Holley Gerth, author and cofounder of (in)courage, graciously accepted our invitation to share her thoughts on the importance of reaching out in times of need. Thank you Holley for your ongoing ministry dedicated to healing hearts and strengthening relationships with Christ. Yep, I’m Going to Counseling By Holley Gerth I lean… Continue reading Yep, I’m Going to Counseling
More Than Words
by Dennis Ensor There is always beauty around us. Even in our most dire moments, it is there. To see it we are often required to be very intentional, to filter out the garbage. It is subtle, subdued. But, I don’t want to focus on that kind of beauty right now—the kind of beauty we… Continue reading More Than Words
Finding Rest In Spiritual Whitespace
by Rachel Latham It is very hard for me to be still. I mean really still. Not relaxing while watching TV, not sipping coffee while surfing the internet, but still. I find being still both wonderful and terrifying at times, something I long for and then something I am not sure what to do with.… Continue reading Finding Rest In Spiritual Whitespace
Last Kiss
by Dennis Ensor Last month I had the awesome privilege of presiding over the wedding of one of my favorite nieces, daughter of my youngest brother, Josh. It was the first time I had ever done anything like that. It will be a day I treasure forever. After the ceremony, during the reception, one of… Continue reading Last Kiss