You never know what is preparing you. Seriously, it is rather fascinating to consider. Do you ever look back at certain things in your past and suddenly have an epiphany of what that was preparing you for? Or even realize that if it weren’t for the experience you had had in one area, you never […]
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Give Grace Generously
It is so important to give grace to those around you – especially those closest to you. Mother Teresa is quoted as having said, “If you want to change the world, go home and love your family.” This is such a good reminder! Your family, the people that God Himself chose to put you with, […]
No Apologies Necessary
I’ve recently come to the realization that I make far too many apologies. When it comes to the people I am close to, my default form of sympathy or empathy seems to be apologies. When I am late for something with others, I apologize. Even if the reason I was late is because I paused […]
An Easy Way and a Light Burden
In the book of Matthew, Christ promises His followers an easy way and a light load. “Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you […]
Give the Gift of Grace
Give the Gift of Grace It would seem that I’m learning a lot about grace lately and it is lovely! Grace is defined as “benevolence, favor” and there seem to be a number of areas where we can catch a glimpse of it in our lives. I always thought of grace as something that God […]