Everything around us moves quickly. Deadlines. Notifications. Expectations.The quiet pressure to keep up, stay visible, and move faster than our souls were designed for. Yet Scripture consistently invites us into a different rhythm, one marked not by urgency, but by presence. โBe still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.โ โ Psalm 37:7 Living … Continue reading Living Slowly in a World That Rushes Everything
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Rest and Sabbath: Returning to Godโs Rhythm
Rest is often treated as a luxury. Something we earn after weโve done enough, achieved enough, or kept up long enough. But Scripture tells a different story. One where rest is not a reward for productivity, but a gift from God. โRemember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.โ โ Exodus 20:8 Rest was woven … Continue reading Rest and Sabbath: Returning to Godโs Rhythm
Book Review: The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel
Rating: 5 Stars Published: ย March 5, 2020 Pages: 759 Genre: Historical Fiction Buy: Amazon.com This is the third and last book in the 'Wolf Hall' series, and I have reviewed the first book and second books in the series as well so if you have not read my reviews of them yet, you can go … Continue reading Book Review: The Mirror and the Light by Hilary Mantel
The Power of a Renewed Mind: How Scripture Transforms Your Thought Life
Renewal does not begin with behavior.It begins with thoughts. As we continue into a new year, many of us are asking God for change, clearer direction, deeper faith, freedom from old patterns. But lasting transformation doesnโt come from willpower alone. It comes from allowing God to reshape the way we think. Scripture is not just … Continue reading The Power of a Renewed Mind: How Scripture Transforms Your Thought Life
Spiritual Declutter: Removing Distractions to Hear God Clearly
The beginning of a new year often arrives with noise. New goals. New plans. New expectations.Social media fills with declarations, vision boards, and pressure to become something quickly. Yet, before God does anything new, He often asks us to let go. Not add.Not strive.But release. As we step into a new year, the invitation isnโt … Continue reading Spiritual Declutter: Removing Distractions to Hear God Clearly
Light in the Darkness: Rediscovering the Hope of Christ in Uncertain Times
Life can feel heavy. Some days it feels like the darkness is closing in from every direction with personal struggles, global crises, health concerns, financial pressures, relational strain, or the quiet battles we fight within ourselves. In these moments, itโs easy to feel small, powerless, and overwhelmed. The worldโs uncertainties can make even the strongest … Continue reading Light in the Darkness: Rediscovering the Hope of Christ in Uncertain Times
Author Spotlight: Angel Patricks Amegbe
This month the spotlight is on Angel Patricks Amegbe, a Nigerian Belgian writer and author. I got introduced to her writing when I read her debut novel, "Days of Silence". Since then, I have followed the author's work, and she has become a writer I look forward to reading. Here are a few things about … Continue reading Author Spotlight: Angel Patricks Amegbe
Emmanuel- God With Us: What This Means For Us Today
The Christmas story is full of profound truths, but perhaps none more comforting than the name EmmanuelโโGod with usโ (Matthew 1:23). This single name encapsulates the heart of the gospel: the Creator of the universe chose to enter into the messiness of human life, to be present with His people, and to walk with us … Continue reading Emmanuel- God With Us: What This Means For Us Today
Merry Christmas
As we celebrate Christmas, I want to take a moment to wish you, my wonderful community, a very Merry Christmas. In a season filled with lights, music, gift lists, and full calendars, itโs easy to focus on the celebration and forget the reason. But Christmas invites us to pause and remember something far deeper than … Continue reading Merry Christmas
It’s Beginning to Look Like Christmas: What this Season Teaches Us About Patience, Hope, and Godโs Timing
Waiting is one of the most uncomfortable parts of the human experience. We wait for breakthroughs, answers, clarity, healing, opportunities, next steps and sometimes for things we canโt even fully articulate. And in a world that values speed, instant results, and overnight success, waiting can feel like a punishment. But Scripture tells a different story … Continue reading It’s Beginning to Look Like Christmas: What this Season Teaches Us About Patience, Hope, and Godโs Timing