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Category: Faith

Creative faith journaling and reflections from various bible studies, featuring Illustrated Faith and Creative Retreat Kits.

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He is the stillness in the storm

on 14 January 202614 January 2026 Leave a Comment on He is the stillness in the storm

There is strength in stillness. Some days are for fighting – overcoming by pushing through. Some days are for being carried – overcoming the urge to do and just rest. He knows what today holds. You can trust Him to lead you through it. You just show up to worship. Be still, and know that …

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The Lord is Strength

on 13 January 202613 January 2026 Leave a Comment on The Lord is Strength

This page is the result of another episode of “oh God, this looks awful, how do we fix it?” I have no idea what I’m doing or saying on here, people! And, I love it. For when I am weak, He is strong. I sat down over the weekend to creatively journal while reflecting on …

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Be strong, do hard things

on 7 January 20267 January 2026 Leave a Comment on Be strong, do hard things

Creative Worship Stamps is hosting an Instagram Hop to celebrate the January release which includes flowers, backgrounds, scripture and so much more! Hop along and comment (on Instagram) for a chance to win a $25 gift code to CreativeWorshipStamps.com. The winner will be announced on January 14th, 2026 on Creative Worship Stamps IG. Process and products …

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A Rooted Steward

on 6 January 20267 January 2026 Leave a Comment on A Rooted Steward

Well, I’ve received my assignment for whatever time I’m given in 2026 and it is this – to Steward, i.e. carefully and responsibly manage what is entrusted to me. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace 1 Peter‬ ‭4‬:‭10‬ I spent many months …

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Faithful and true

on 5 January 20265 January 2026 Leave a Comment on Faithful and true

Creative Worship Stamps has a new, faith-inspiring release out now and I just love this stamp set with the swans and the invitation to stillness as we start 2026. I was inspired to reflect on the story of the death and resurrection of Lazarus which is such a beautiful and powerful one. Jesus met the …

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When love came down

on 26 December 202530 December 2025 Leave a Comment on When love came down

Love came down and lit our hearts. This changes how we live in the wait. Observing the season of Advent leads us to remember what God has done, with thanksgiving, while also looking ahead, with joyful anticipation, to what He promised to do in the future. May the joy of “God With Us” fill our …

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Matthew 11:28-30

"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
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