Grace for the Perfectionist

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)

When You’re Looking for Belonging

“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (ESV)

Our Father Is on His Way

“Even before they call, I will answer; while they are still speaking, I will hear.” Isaiah 65:24 (HCSB)

Jesus Doesn’t Have Favorites

“My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory.” James 2:1 (ESV)

The Juggle is Real

“But I trust in you, LORD; I say, ‘You are my God.’ My times are in your hands; deliver me from the hands of my enemies, from those who pursue me.” Psalm 31:14-15 (NIV)

If You’re Not Resting, You’re Not Healing

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 (NIV)

Doing Hard Things Afraid

“We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so you will have all the endurance and patience you need. May you be filled with joy …” ‭‭Colossians 1:11 (NLT) ‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

What Love Is: Choosing To Love All Year Long

“Let all that you do be done in love.” 1 Corinthians 16:14 (NASB1995)

A Strength Beyond Ourselves

“He saw that there was no man, and wondered that there was no one to intercede; then his own arm brought him salvation, and his righteousness upheld him.” Isaiah 59:16 (ESV)

Christmas Prayers and Scriptures

When Christmas Feels Broken

“I know the LORD is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.” Psalm 16:8 (NLT)

Pondering, Not Posting, From the Stable

"But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart." Luke 2:19 (NIV)

Confidence Is Key

“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭4:16‬ ‭(NIV)‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

Be Loved, Beloved

“God looked over everything he had made; it was so good, so very good! It was evening, it was morning—Day Six.” Genesis 1:31 (MSG)

An Invitation To Live Loved Today

“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” Ephesians 4:29 (NIV)

A Yes From the Heart

“‘I am the Lord’s servant,’ Mary answered. ‘May your word to me be fulfilled.’ Then the angel left her.” Luke 1:38 (NIV)

Be a Beginner

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12 (NIV)

When the Fear of Being Misunderstood Upsets Our Peace

“And Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord …’” Luke 1:46 (ESV)

Living a Confident Faith

“Truly I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and thrown into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says is going to happen, it will be granted to him.” Mark 11:23 (NASB)

Did Your Daddy Ask You To Carry That?

“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.’” Matthew 11:28-30 (NLT)