Friend, this is an area where I need to be encouraged. As I was sitting and waiting to hear from the Holy Spirit regarding this, I could sense that I may not be the only one crippled by the spirit of comparison. It is such a “normal” emotion to feel since we are human andRead More
How to Prioritize Your Time with the Lord: 5 Ways to Put God First
Who takes first place in your life? There is a song by SEU worship that is called Monday Morning Faith. Basically the writer is saying I don’t just want Jesus on Sunday mornings because it is convenient. I want what takes place on Sunday’s at church to flow into the rest of my week. WayRead More
The Ultimate Campfire S’mores Cookie- The Best Recipe
Summer is hopefully around the corner? Here in Michigan we have no idea what the weather is doing so I thought I could help bring in the good summer vibes by making campfire s’more cookies. I love that this cookie is a brown butter chocolate chip cookie with an addition of crushed cinnamon graham crackers,Read More
What it really means to be a Christian. Our life belongs to the Lord!
Something happened this week that got me thinking about what it really means to be a Christian. We live in a society where everything is about self. If something doesn’t directly benefit us then we aren’t willing to give ourselves away to it. But when I think about the life of a Christian, I lookRead More
The Heart of Communion: Reflecting on Christ’s Ultimate Sacrifice
My First Time Witnessing Communion When I was younger growing up in church, the congregation would take communion. I didn’t know what it was, all I knew was that there was a saltine looking cracker and red juice involved. As I looked around people would be reduced to tears and I thought there was somethingRead More
“Fluffy, Sweet, and Irresistible: The Ultimate Beignet Recipe You Need to Try!”
Fluffy, pillowy beignets are the ultimate comfort food, with their light and airy texture that practically melts in your mouth. These deep-fried pastries are golden on the outside and soft on the inside, offering the perfect balance of crispy and tender. Lightly dusted with powdered sugar, they’re irresistibly sweet and addictive, making them the perfectRead More
3 WAYS I USE A $5 CHICKEN FROM SAM’S CLUB
There is nothing like those Sam’s Club rotisserie chickens! There are so many great usages you can get from them. They are affordable and just so delicious. My husband and I go every Sunday to get one and we have to race after church since they fly off the shelves! It is a sad sadRead More
IN CHRIST, I AM CONFIDENT
I am realizing something that didn’t really hit me hard until I got older. I couldn’t imagine doing life without Christ. How could we? Life brings so many ups and downs and without Christ what do we have? How do we overcome? How do we even survive without His guidance and scriptures? Getting older willRead More
WHAT I AM PRAYING AND HOPING FOR ON MY 28TH BIRTHDAY
It is my birthday!! Friend, I can’t believe that I am 28 years old now. I am what the students call “old” at my job. Ha! Although that is a pretty big number, I feel so grateful and so blessed. This past year I have been living in the blessings that I prayed a longRead More
THE NARROW WAY, THE ONLY WAY TO GOD
Thursday night in bible study John 14 was highlighted for us. As I was reading this morning to meditate on this chapter a little longer I was struck with revelation. John 14: 1-4 says, “Do note let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms;Read More