favorites
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Need a Little Whimsy?
Start the year out right with a little whimsy from New York Times Bestseller, Bob Goff. The subtitle of his first book, Love Does, entices the reader to “Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World.” As I read the first, then the second chapter of this strikingly different book, somehow, Bob’s world didn’t seem so ordinary to me. He caught my attention by the way he lives, thinks, and acts on any given situation. Love Does, contains 31 chapters or slices from his life – before and after he was married, and after he had children. The book can easily become a month-long devotional, infusing your day with…
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Psalm 91: A Remix for Today’s Bride of Christ
Psalm 91 is my favorite out of all 150 psalms! It is strategically placed in the middle of the Bible, so it’s easy to find. The author is “anonymous,” as is the case for most of the psalms contained in Book Four. Moses or King David may have been contributors. This psalm speaks to most any situation where you need encouragement. It’s been my “go-to” in trying times! The following is a “remix” of Psalm 91 with today’s Bride of Christ in mind. She who sits down in His Holy Hill – taking dominion and authority from this vantage point or position of victory – will live under the protective…
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The Fire of God’s Love
Julie Andrews plays the role of a governess to seven von Trapp children in the classic film version of the The Sound of Music. One stormy night, she banishes all traces of the children’s fears with the lilting song, “My Favorite Things.” Six times, she repeats the phrase, “these are a few of my favorite things.” “Favorites” is a new category on my blog, where I’ll be sharing some of my favorite books, scriptures, songs, and more! The first to make its debut is a book. Bob Sorge’s, The Fire of God’s Love, is definitely my “go-to” for encouragement, insight, and the challenge to continue the quest for more of…