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Overcoming Dark Thoughts
The enemy is crafty, twisting truth into lies—but God’s Word is stronger, a light that scatters the darkness.
Barb Lownsbury
Apr 45 min read
For My Good
I didn’t know why this was happening, but God did. Looking back, I see how He turned my deepest pain into unexpected blessings.
Morgan Benner
Mar 285 min read
Meticulous Love
No matter where we’ve been, what we’ve done, or how lost, worthless, or anxious we feel, nothing can separate us from God’s meticulous love.
Barb Lownsbury
Feb 65 min read
Surrendering with Open Hands
When I release my grip and trust God with those I love, I give them space to grow—and find peace I never thought possible.
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 14, 20245 min read
Prune to Bloom: One Root at a Time
Little did I know, that overgrown tangle would become a powerful reminder of how deeply unwanted roots can take hold in my life
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 8, 20245 min read
For Good
Jesus loves me “for good,” meaning He will be there for me through thick and thin; through good times and bad; always and forever.
Jenny Seylar
Aug 9, 20244 min read
When Relationships No Longer Fit
You can’t force something to work that is broken. It doesn’t matter how great things were in the beginning ...
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 2, 20244 min read
Leaky Pipes
Here’s the thing. I still have this leaky pipe, this challenging issue, lurking beneath the surface.
Barb Lownsbury
Jul 19, 20247 min read
Trusting the Process
I became aware that more was being rebuilt than just in the house. There was also an inner renovation happening within me.
Sarah Davis
Jun 21, 20244 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.
Jenny Seylar
Jun 14, 20244 min read
Be Present
See the world through fresh eyes. Take back out your childhood wonderment and live in the moment.
Barb Lownsbury
May 18, 20244 min read
Ignite the Journey: Boldly Shine
I was in bondage. My weight dictated my life. I just wanted to be loved no matter what the scale said.
Rae Lynn DeAngleis
Mar 21, 20245 min read
Ignite the Journey: Faith
Join journalist & author Pete Bronson as he shares his deeply personal and relatable journey towards spiritual discovery and faith.
Pete Bronson
Mar 15, 20245 min read
Get the Most from Online Bible Studies
I love online Bible studies, including the ones here! They’re short, convenient, and an easy way to connect and study with others. BUT....
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 11, 20233 min read
The Places In-Between
Success is never linear. As we make our way forward, we will take some steps in the right direction, but we’ll also take some missteps.
Barb Lownsbury
Sep 9, 20233 min read
Press On: Developing Spiritual Grit
"Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ...
Barb Lownsbury
May 19, 20235 min read
Diffusing the Darkness
When meanness and a lack of kindness abound, choose to diffuse the darkness.
Barb Lownsbury
Feb 24, 20237 min read
Chips of the Soul
That cold look. The ugly email. The person who tries to stir up conflict again and again, all while claiming to be the victim. Chip,...
Barb Lownsbury
Jan 6, 20235 min read
Understanding the Mind of God
Have you ever wondered how God feels about you in the midst of a bad choice or dark place? Or how he wants you to handle those decisions...
Barb Lownsbury
Oct 14, 20225 min read
God-in-a-Box
I used to try to fit my Christianity into a box. Ever been there? I had a checklist that needed to be in place in order to feel good...
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 20, 20225 min read
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