Next step devotional
7 Myths That Keep You Stuck
& The Promises of God That Set You Free
Do You Feel Like God Has Forgotten You?
For months, I had the niggling thought that either I’d misunderstood God’s leading or, worse yet, that he’d forgotten about me. Circumstances made me question God’s providence. I felt all…
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When Trusting God is Hard …
I know God is good and has good things in store for me. The Bible tells us over and over that he has good plans for us. He’s definitely given…
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5 Things I Learned From A Challenging Season
There are seasons for everything. Some are lovely, others are brutal and hated. There are seasons you’re sure you can’t endure, much less survive and yet, when they pass,…
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3 Ways To Reconnect
Screen time A notification came up on my phone today and apparently my smart phone has been keeping track of how much time we spend together. I couldn’t believe the…
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Go Where You’re Celebrated
Left out, Overlooked, Forgotten The conversation turned awkward with the realization that I hadn’t been included in the festivities my friends were reminiscing about. Not included. Smiling faces beamed in…
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Faith Over Fear
Facing challenges When I married Adventure Boy, he came with an airplane and a motorcycle which I found quite exhilarating. But then he said to me, “It’s absolutely ridiculous for…
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Know God Through His Word
Turmoil enhances listening. Before my husband, Dave, and I were married, he experienced a tunnel of turmoil. His girlfriend left him just weeks before he’d planned to propose. His business…
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Beware of Poison
We live in an old farmhouse. (Emphasis on old. Picture fieldstone foundation, gross basement and scary attic.) And, we have no cat. The reason this is important for you to…
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Are You On The Team Or A Raving Fan?
Will you be watching the Olympics? Have you picked your favorite athletes? Will you stand in front of your television, screaming, “Go! Go! Go!” “You can do it!” “Don’t give…
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3 Mindsets To Overcome Fear of Failure
Did you know most people work harder to avoid failure than they will to achieve success? Fear of failure keeps them living small, scared and isolated. I know that…
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