answering the call to restful living; with joy
This year’s scripture writing is off the great start! Here is a recap of what I’ve learned about God in January through writing scripture in my faith planner. He gives wisdom and insight I was encouraged by reflecting on the wisdom that is available to us through Christ. I’m thankful that He also gives us …
Faith is a gift. For we are saved by His grace alone. We have done nothing to earn this, but have been saved by His will and for His purposes. We are saved for good works. These good works are grateful, joyful obedience to His commandments. And His commandments can be summed up as “return …
You rule! You’ve probably heard that phrase before, but if not – it is a common slang that is used when someone has done something praiseworthy. It’s another way of saying “you’re awesome”. It’s also used to show appreciation, similar to saying “you’re the best”. This came to mind as I was thinking about the word …
Have you been hurt and find it challenging to love that person in return? Has God placed someone “different” in your midst? Congratulations! You’ve been handed a marvellous gift. When I saw the latest printable by @kristina.proffitt, called “Love Like Jesus”, I immediately saw a cross where the cards met. Then, the speaker at our …
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 …