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Why Women Are Stressed Out Heroes & How To Find Your Spark Again
I was good at taking care of others and getting things done. But, I wasn’t good at nurturing my own heart or taking care of my well-being. So I became overwhelmed with… Read More
How You Can Detox From Stress and Refresh Your Soul With God’s Love and Peace
Dear friend, even though the year is new, I’ve learned that if I’m not intentional, all the noise around me crowds my heart. I’m functioning, getting things done, but my soul needs… Read More
How to Choose Joy When Joy Seems Easy for Others But Hard for You
Dear God, Why does joy seem so easy for others, but so hard for me? Then God whispered . . . let me tell you a story Of how joy is meant for you too,… Read More
Five Simple Breath Prayers to Spark Thanksgiving Joy in Your Soul
Although November is about giving thanks, we also begin navigating the holidays – and having to remember the people, places, and stories that are difficult or wounding. God knows your longings… Read More
If You Long to Let God Love You Fresh & New (Prayer Podcast 2) #WhispersofRest
When you feel too tired to pray, Jesus whispers – Lean in. Just let me love you. You’re worth it. Choose rest. In Deuteronomy 33:12, we find a beautiful blessing – “Let the beloved… Read More
What Would It Look Like To Fall in Love With God Again? A New Book: Whispers of Rest
“What would it look like to fall in love with God all over again? The world says prove you’re good enough. Prove you’re worthy of attention. But Jesus tenderly whispers, “My love… Read More
Merry Christmas, Sweet Kindreds!
The kids are all tucked in bed. They wanted to stay up late tonight because, “Mom! It’s Christmas!” So, I said, “Yes! It’s Christmas!”. So, we played game night, with Christmas music… Read More
Joy & Intimacy: Your Name is On God’s Heart (Advent Devotional For Your Soul JOY) #OneWordAdvent
Like me, do you ever hold yourself back from joy too? That’s what happens, just as you’re about to do something new or to break out of old patterns: self-doubt and fear… Read More
Why We Need Courage to Choose Joy & Why I Must Write To You Today #OneWordAdvent
It’s been hard for me to choose joy. That’s because choosing joy isn’t really about what I want to do. Choosing joy is about choosing who I really want to be. And… Read More
Is Your Joy Safe? 3 Misconceptions about Joy
We all long to experience joy. Do we opt for safe joy when Jesus offers full joy? When I was a little girl, I didn’t wear that many dresses. On the occasions… Read More
4 Ways To Let Grace In Instead of Guilt
“real freedom is freedom from the opinion of others. above all, freedom from your own opinions about yourself.” brennan manning Every day I wrote Finding Spiritual Whitespace, the critical voice in me would… Read More
{ Unwrapping Love } Why Joy is Soul Baring
Here in California, there is an early sign of spring’s arrival. I look out the kitchen window. Where the branches once stood bare, cherry blossoms have bloomed in clusters. But the rain… Read More
