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"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" — Philippians 4:4 In our fast-paced, goal-driven culture, joy often feels like something we’ll have later when the work slows down, when the bills are paid, when the “big breakthrough” finally happens. But the Bible paints a different picture. Joy is not something we … Continue reading How to Find Joy in Everyday Moments: Biblical Lessons for a Content Life
Rating: 4 stars Published: January 1, 2005 Pages: 242 Genre: Biblical Fiction This is the third book in this series; however, I read it after I read the first book. Since I didn't quite enjoy the first story, I was hoping for something better with this one. David and Jonathan's friendship always intrigued me and … Continue reading Book Review: The Prince- Jonathan (Sons of Encouragement Bk 3) by Francine Rivers
"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs..." — 1 Corinthians 13:4–5 (NIV) When we hear 1 Corinthians 13, many of us think of weddings. … Continue reading Loving Like Christ: Applying 1 Corinthians 13 in Our Friendships and Relationships
Rating: 3 stars Published: January 1, 2004 Pages: 226 Genre: Biblical Fiction I have sat on reading this series for so many years and because these are the only books by Francine Rivers I am yet to read, I decided to challenge myself to read them all before her new book comes out. I am … Continue reading Book Review: The Priest- Aaron (Sons of Encouragement Bk 1) by Francine Rivers
If you’ve been walking with Jesus for any amount of time, you know that the Bible doesn’t treat gratitude as a seasonal suggestion. It’s not just for Thanksgiving or for when life is going smoothly. Gratitude is a command. A discipline. A posture of the heart that can transform how you see everything — even … Continue reading The Power of Gratitude: How Biblical Thankfulness Transforms Everyday Life