Bible Reading Why reading Bible is important Personalized Scripture starts with reading the Bible. Reading the Bible is a foundational practice for Christians, shaping our beliefs, guiding our actions, and nurturing our relationship with God. As we immerse ourselves in God’s Word, we’re reminded of God’s promises, challenged to live …

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Reality Strengthening our faith is not always easy in this busy world. I remember when my kids were a bit younger – before they had driver’s licenses and could take themselves places. My days were so busy! I had to get them ready for school, get them to school, take …

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Temptation Most of us hate it. Whether we are tempted by yummy cake, a second drink, or the handsome guy in the office next door, we are all tempted by something. And we don’t want to be. But times of temptation abound. We want to eat healthy, yet cake. We …

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Life of Moses Perhaps you are familiar with Moses. He may be best known for being the one who led the children of Israel through the Red Sea by the mighty power of God. I recently finished a Bible study on the life of Moses, and something struck me that …

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Our Experience with Getting Started For many years my husband and I did not read the Bible together as a couple. We just didn’t see the point. We were fine, right? Until we weren’t. And we realized how much we needed God in our marriage. The only way we could …

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It’s July. And I’m experiencing a summer slump. Maybe you are, too. My youngest son and I just came back from three weeks visiting his grandparents and some aunts/uncles. I was on top of my website, but then I just let it go. I stopped posting here and on social …

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Ancient kings I’m reading through Kings and Chronicles (Old Testament) in my daily Bible. At this point, the two groups of Israelites are distinct – those called Israel and those called Judah (learn more here). Throughout Kings and Chronicles, we see a succession of kings, one after the other, for …

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Today’s devotional about obedience comes from: 1 Samuel 14:1-15 The Attack Saul has been attacking the Philistines. Jonathan clearly felt led to attack the garrison of the Philistines. He didn’t tell his father – perhaps he knew Saul would not condone it. Either way, Jonathan takes his armor-bearer and heads …

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Humility Hurts Humility is nice in theory but not in practice. When I’m not writing and coaching, I teach college students. RIght now my classes are fully online. This means the students submit all their work online and I grade and provide feedback in the assignment area. As I worked …

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School Troubles and ADHD For years my son struggled in school. He had trouble copying work from one source to another, like copying directions from the board. He struggled in math but he could learn the names and characteristics of 50 dinosaurs. His reading comprehension was stellar, but he couldn’t …

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