Hi sisters, Ever come to a chapter in the Bible you've read and heard so many times that you want to skip it thinking, "Yeah, I know this already"? That was me when I opened to Matthew chapter 6 a few weeks ago. I saw that the content was teachings on prayer, giving, anxiety, etc. … Continue reading The Physician’s Treatment
Author: Kayla
Day of Solitude (Part II)
If you haven't read the first part, you can find that here. In last week's post, I discussed why I have developed the discipline of taking a day of solitude and a few tips from what I do. This week I want to share a few things God shared with me during my most recent … Continue reading Day of Solitude (Part II)
Day of Solitude
Almost 7 years ago, I was introduced to the idea of taking a day of solitude. While I was interning overseas, I got an email one day from the CEO asking for prayer requests from every employee and intern around the globe because he was about to do his yearly 24 hour day of solitude/prayer. … Continue reading Day of Solitude
New Year Upgrade?
Hi sisters! Happy New Year! Did you create any New Year’s resolutions or goals? What are some common ones that you hear? Ones I hear often: Eat healthier, exercise more, lose weight, save more money, advance in career, and the list goes on. These goals can filter into our church culture too. We make an … Continue reading New Year Upgrade?
Justice Dawning
I remember it like it was yesterday; a memory seared in my mind. I sat drinking my coffee and I couldn’t believe I had the privilege of following this woman who sat in front of me. Someone who had risked it all to obey Jesus. Months earlier.... I quit my awesome job as a teacher … Continue reading Justice Dawning
The Cornerstone
Hi sisters, My quiet times have been building on my last post about contributing to "God's house." My time in God's Word this morning was a good reminder of who provides the Template. It came from Zechariah and I Corinthians. "for the LORD of hosts cares for his flock, the house of Judah. . . … Continue reading The Cornerstone
God’s House
Hi Sisters, What purposes are there for a house? Probably the main purpose for a house is a place to dwell/reside. So it is with God. When God brought His people out of Egypt, He gave instructions for building the tabernacle, His dwelling: "There I will meet with the people of Israel, and it shall … Continue reading God’s House
Reading the Bible, Part II
Hi Sisters, If you have not read Reading the Bible Part I yet, I recommend starting there. In that post, I discussed reasons God has given us His Word. Here, I would like to walk you through how I help a woman start reading the Bible for herself. I will also ask the questions I … Continue reading Reading the Bible, Part II
Reading the Word, Part 1
Can you relate to the following scenarios:1) You always knew you should be reading the Bible but weren't sure how to get started. You may have even asked someone, but couldn't find anyone to help you.2) You didn't know you should be reading the Bible but were "awakened" to the calling and then decided to … Continue reading Reading the Word, Part 1
Praise and Thanksgiving
Hi sisters, Do you ever feel tired of just begging God for things? Let me share what I mean by that. This last year has been filled with my requests: physical healing for chronic pain; fellowship; justice with a massive corporation; financial help; restoration for pieces of marriage; finding people who are hungry for God; … Continue reading Praise and Thanksgiving
By the River Together 