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God’s Great Power
Today’s devotional took place at Calvary Church (I had to edit out the reference). I love the idea of the church as a staging center where people receive a fresh reminder of the Spirit’s power at work in and through them each Sunday – not to keep it to themselves
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Revealed Through Creation
Creation was the Our Daily Bread topic for May. Below is the feature article “Revealed Through Creation.” All is well, Lisa
Interpretative Guide #3 – Decoding the Places
The third section of the interpretative guide to Passage to the House of Power from The Scroll of Remembrance series focuses on the symbolic worlds described in
Interpretative Guide #2 – Understanding Parables
The purpose for writing The Scroll of Remembrance series was to teach Scriptural truths in an entertaining and engaging way. Through several reading guides, I hope
Gratitude on Earth Day
Whether we live in crowded cities or rural areas, we should care for the place we call home. Today’s devotional reminds us that our responsibility to
An Interpretive Guide for Passage to the House of Power
The purpose for writing The Scroll of Remembrance series was to teach Scriptural truths in an entertaining and engaging way. Through several reading guides, I hope
His Cross of Peace
The painting stopped me in my tracks as I looked into the eyes of Simon of Cyrene, the man pulled from the crowd and forced
Chatty Bus
I love the name – – Chatty Bus! It’s a bus company’s initiative to help engage its passengers in meaningful conversations knowing that many of
Citizen of Heaven
I hope you find great comfort in the reminder from today’s God Hears Her blog post that we are citizens of heaven. The idea was sparked
Part of the Family
A shocking plot twist of the English period drama Downton Abbey was the romance between the Irish chauffeur, Tom Branson, and Lady Sybil, the youngest daughter
Inspiring Christian Black Women Who Impacted Change
The inspiring lives of Christian women throughout history have been “invisible” friends that have helped shape me. This article recognizes seven Black women who are
The Story of the Bible
The story of the Bible is our story too. Learn more in my blog post for the God Hears Her online community. And the article describes one
Is the Genesis Benediction for Christians Today?
For each sermon series, the worship staff picks a benediction for the congregation to say aloud together at the end of each service. For the series in Genesis, we felt the Lord leading us to use Genesis 12:2-3. I have received many great questions about using these verses as our benediction, especially questions asking to what extent this benediction applies to Christians today.
Passage to the House of Power Available Now
We have exciting news to share. After a long, long journey, Passage to the House of Power, the first book in the Scroll of Remembrance
A Down Under Christmas
Like me, you are likely finishing up the final touches for Christmas and making sure you have all the traditional food and activities prepared for
Growing Generous Hearts
The Grinch! The iconic Christmas grouch, who is described as having a heart “two sizes too small.” But by the end of the story, his
Celebrating Diversity
East Kentwood High School’s 2019 graduation ceremony that honored the many countries of origin of the graduating class was a beautiful picture of diversity. It
Trusting God in Opposition
Today’s devotional came from a testimony highlighted by Open Doors, a ministry dedicated to strengthening Christians in places where they are threatened for the faith
Four Tips to Thrive Despite the Stress of the Holidays
How do we not just survive but thrive during the holidays? Hopefully these insights are an encouragement to you whatever the upcoming holiday season holds