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How to Fight the Lies of Perfectionism

By On October 13, 2018

I used to tell myself, “I have to stop being a perfectionist!” Can anyone else hear the irony of those words? One of the biggest traps I often fall into is the notion… Read More

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Readers Ask: I’m Overwhelmed by Critical Voices, Too Many To Do’s, Perfectionism, Parenting/Marital Struggles – How Can I Get Unstuck & Stay Inspired?

By On February 20, 2017

Are you feeling overwhelmed by critical voices, too many to do’s, perfectionism, feelings of depression, anxiety in the midst of everyday life realities – like parenting struggles, marital strife and just the challenges of… Read More

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No More Fairytales: Faith Is a New Kind Of Family

By On November 30, 2012

Psst. Guess what. I don’t want to tell you this. But, it’s true. I wasn’t able to celebrate the holidays the way we all dreamed for ourselves, as a child. A momma.… Read More

Feed Your Soul :: { Day 23 } As a Mom

By On October 23, 2011

  Instead of keeping a list of criticisms we collect on our motherhood, what if we started noticing what God notices? Life is not a test. But, my days as mom with… Read More

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Start Living As God’s Work of Art

By On August 25, 2011

Do you have God-given interests and passions you’ve put to the side? It is time to start believing God placed them in you for a purpose. One of the ways I’d like… Read More

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The Top 5 Lies of Perfectionism (Starting New Principle #3)

By On May 26, 2011

Do you find perfectionism holding you back on the journey of faith? The top 5 lies of perfectionism can be wiped out with the truth. “Faith is a verb described as a… Read More

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I Stress, Therefore I Am: 10 Ways To De-Stress (Soul Rest Series Kick Off!)

By On March 2, 2011

Today's post kicks off a special Faith Barista March series on: ** WHITESPACE: RESTORING SOUL REST ** We're a third into the new year and I need some fresh inspiration on rest!… Read More

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Letting The Plates Fall — When Worry Spins Out Of Control

By On October 13, 2010

Sometimes we put so much pressure on ourselves to live fruitful lives, we lose faith and end up collapsing under our own weight. I love autumn. Summer is so bright and intense,… Read More

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The Phone Call: Dial F for Faith

By On July 29, 2010

  The Anniversary Celebration CONTINUES ! ** FAITH BARISTA DOUBLE GIVEAWAY ** To make your Faith Barista reading double the pleasure, I'm giving away two gifts: Cuisinart Programmable Coffee Maker ($74.95 value) DaySpring's… Read More

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Putting Up A New Fence: Learn to Say Yes and No

By On May 28, 2010

Learning to say yes and no is like putting up a new fence.  It takes time. I don’t know about you, but anytime there’s some sort of home improvement project in progress,… Read More

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Risky Business: Changing Negative Character Traits (Step 3)

By On April 7, 2010

“Precious, precious, precious!” Gollum cried. “My Precious! O my Precious!” He stepped too far, toppled, wavered for a moment on the brink, and then with a shriek he fell. ~ The Lord… Read More

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Before The Morning: Life Is Not A Snapshot

By On March 19, 2010

Artist: Josh Wilson Album: Life Is Not A Snapshot Year: 2009 Title: Before The Morning If I took a snapshot of your life right now, would I see you standing in the… Read More

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