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Barb Lownsbury
Dec 184 min read
Leaving the Desert of Futility this Christmas
This Christmas, I'm slowing down to truly appreciate the powerful truths behind a miraculous birth in a stable over 2,000 years ago ...
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 14 min read
Prune to Bloom: The Importance of Pruning
Pruning isn’t just about what the Master Gardener takes away; it’s also about choosing what to let bloom.
Barb Lownsbury
Oct 255 min read
Prune to Bloom: The Soil of the Heart
Tending soil takes digging, effort, and the right tools; and so does tackling personal challenges.
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 305 min read
Stay in Your Lane
As you run out this life’s race in the lane that’s been marked for you, are you giving your best effort?
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 166 min read
Grounded in Grace
Faith is the same way. Once I’ve experienced that initial transformation, the journey isn’t over; it’s just beginning.
Barb Lownsbury
Jul 197 min read
Leaky Pipes
Here’s the thing. I still have this leaky pipe, this challenging issue, lurking beneath the surface.
Barb Lownsbury
Jul 124 min read
Trusting Yourself Again
What I have learned and seen time and time again is that decision-making itself isn’t always the issue.
Barb Lownsbury
Jul 55 min read
Never Alone
Her simple words, kindly shared, opened a window into a deeper connection with the Lord for me.
Jenny Seylar
Jun 144 min read
Mind Full vs. Mindful
To be mindful includes inviting God in and letting go of all that is not critical to the present moment.
Karisa Moore
May 107 min read
The Temptation of "If"
The constant "What ifs" made it all about me and left very little room for God.
Barb Lownsbury
May 34 min read
Finding Strength in Adversity
The Christian walk isn't a sprint; it's a marathon.
Kristan Dooley
Apr 263 min read
New Foundations
Running in a new place can be rough. In unknown territory, adjustments have to be made.
Winston Faircloth
Mar 86 min read
Ignite the Journey: Intentionality
After many years in the spiritual wilderness, I'm finding my way home to intentional faith and friendship.
Sarah Davis
Mar 14 min read
Ignite the Journey: Love of God
Even now, with healing and spiritual growth in the past, I still battle the human tendency to seek my fulfillment in places other God.
Mendy Fedotowsky
Feb 225 min read
Ignite the Journey: Prayer
God is wooing me once again into His presence, and I am falling in love again, in spite of spiritual ups and downs.
Randy Wilhelm
Feb 175 min read
Ignite the Journey: Connection
Connecting with God extends beyond the confines of prayer or church attendance.
Cathy Liggett
Feb 95 min read
Ignite the Journey: Character
Staying tuned in to the Creator helps me to live a life of gratitude that others can see and glorifies God.
Mary Giesen
Feb 25 min read
Ignite the Journey: Connection with God and Others
God opens doors for us with others when we allow our connection to God to be strengthened day by day.
Greg Stoughton
Jan 264 min read
Ignite the Journey: Bravery
By walking closely with God, He has helped me to navigate many new challenges.
Karisa Moore
Jan 195 min read
Ignite the Journey:Contentment
God wants the best for each of us. Most times it takes a releasing of control to truly receive God's good gifts for us.
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