answering the call to restful living; with joy
As 2026 starts, it finds me still beholding and rejoicing, praying and praising. As with previous years, I’m using a scripture plan by Illustrated Faith for daily bible reading. This year’s plan is by @belovedsociety and @vanessawalker01, and the theme is the light of God’s word to our eyes and heart. It may be found here: 2026 Scripture …
I’ve been lingering in the Ephesians study by @hellojillsky for @illustratedfaith for the past couple weeks, paused here with the reminder that God the Father gave His Beloved so that we would also be His… In love he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, to the praise …
Run the race – welcome all who come, proclaim His kingdom, and teach them about Him with all boldness and without hindrance. Wrapping up the month and leaving the book of Acts feeling so inspired by the life of Paul and his ministry, and in awe at the work of the Holy Spirit. May we …
I had a perfectly-timed journaling sesh in the book of Acts this morning and feel more empowered and strengthened for the season. Here are a few more of my takeaways on how the early church moved. 1. by the Spirit’s leading They were led into some places and barred from entering others. They were welcomed by …
In the waiting, He is revealing to me His great love. He fights for, defends, and advocates for me. This is something that I am unaccustomed to and I’m still surprised to experience it. I’m thankful for the suffering that unveiled this. For, now, I am freed to let go of my own defences and …
“Holy Spirit, interrupt my life…” she said. Well… all I can say now is be careful what you pray for! There were many interruptions since this prayer and I touched on that briefly in my previous post: Hope in the Light. I’m continuing my study of the book of Acts using IF Camp Acts. I’ve …