Preparation K

discipline, fear, God, growing, ministry, self worth

As in preparation Kelly. What did you think I meant? Anywho, it seems God is teaching me about three different things right now in an effort to “prepare” me for something terrifying and difficult that is coming down the pike. I don’t know what that...

Pleasing People Versus Pleasing God 

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Pretty much everywhere Paul went, he shared the gospel. He was compelled to let people know the truth and love and saving grace Jesus had shown him because he wanted other people to experience that amazingness too.  And pretty much everywhere Paul went, people...

The Difference between Peacemakers and Peacekeepers 

Bible, conflict, Galatians, God, Holy Spirit, James

There is a temptation for believers who find themselves in conflict to quietly keep the peace by acquiescing in the hopes of quelling the conflict as soon as possible.  It’s unfortunate because these otherwise godly believers have been misled into thinking...

How to Become Wise and Make Those Around You Wiser

Bible, conflict, discipline, Proverbs, spiritual growth, wisdom

I’m reading through Proverbs right now (not right now, but you know what I’m saying), in which Solomon writes ad nauseum about wisdom. I guess that makes sense since that was his forte, but still, he repeats himself over and over (which I realize is...

Chronic Peace

Bible, God

“You seem really at ease with yourself these days.” My friend’s comment came after my recounting a sad circumstance in my life right now. It’s a circumstance that has been around a long time and caused way more than its fair share of heartache....