A gathering place for women growing in God's Word
Have you ever been on a boat that needed to stay put somewhere for a period of time? I remember a few years ago arriving at the most beautiful blue waters off the coast of South Florida I had ever laid eyes on. We had found the perfect spot to let down our boat’s anchor and go for a swim….
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“Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; may it be done to me according to your word.” Luke 1:38 (AMP) Who is this young woman who says, “Yes,” to God and serves Him with a steadfast heart, even though life takes her into unexpected territory? When I ponder the life of Mary, mother of Jesus, I am astounded by…
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Isn’t it ironic? Peace on earth, good will to all….meantime, I’m rushing about with a to-do list a mile long. We all need a good dose of chill during the holidays. One way I seek peace is to pray for extra attentiveness to my unspoken thoughts, especially when the dangerous “should” creeps in. The word “should” gives me lots of…
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After Mary’s shocking encounter with the angel Gabriel in Luke 1:26-38, Mary decides to make the trek seventy or eighty miles south to her cousin Elizabeth’s house in Judea. Most historians believe the journey took her three or four days. Walking long distances would have been fairly common for Mary, though the fact that she embarked on such a long…
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So there I am in the grip of self-pity, shaking my fist at God, accusing Him of neglect. My hopes and dreams lay shattered at my feet. Can you think back to a time when you weren’t getting what you wanted? You thought God’s heart was to bless you, but He wasn’t coming through. You found scriptures that detailed His…
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You will want to keep your distance. When my expectations are unmet, my emotions take a nose-dive. . . fast! And whoever is nearby may suffer the brunt of my despair and disappointment. Have you ever been caught in a season where your expectations are not being met? You have firm evidence that God is not coming through on His…
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