Inside: We don’t always get what we ask for in prayer—but in His grace, God gives us something better. This moving letter reminds us how He shapes our hearts through unexpected answers. Sometimes the answers to our prayers don’t come the way we imagined. This letter, attributed to a Civil War soldier, captures the kind…
Inside: As we spend time with the Lord and continue to bring ourselves before Him, He makes us more like Jesus. How many times have you started a project and didn’t finish it? A book and only read part of it? A bible reading plan and just stopped in the middle of it? What about…
We begin our next section as we work through the Sermon on the Mount, warning us not to be like the hypocrites. Our reminder in this next section is still for us not to do our righteous deeds to be seen by men, and this includes our prayer life. Matthew 6:5-15: 5 “And when you pray,…
I had a friend recently ask me for a book recommendation on prayer, and as I was pondering which of my favorites to share with her, this idea to share my top favorites came about. Out of all the emails and messages I get, most of them are regarding book recommendations so over the next…
Prayer is simply talking to God. As believers, we have access to God the Father through our relationship with Jesus Christ. Prayer reminds us we are dependent on God for every aspect of our lives and we grow in that relationship by communing with Him in prayer. Donald Whitney reminds us in regards to the spiritual…
Inside: I’m sharing a favorite prayer from the Valley of Vision Puritan Prayer book that has been impactful in my walk with the Lord and in my prayer life. I’m sharing today from a well-loved book that has been impactful in my prayer life: The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions by…
God’s Word reminds us: I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. ~ John 15:5 “apart from me you can do nothing” is a continual reminder that I am utterly dependent…
I have appreciated The Valley Of Vision – A Collection of Puritan Prayer and Devotions to lead me in my morning prayer time. I’m sharing a beautiful reminder today of our need for Jesus. When you get a quiet moment read and pray over these words: Need of Jesus LORD JESUS, I am blind, be…
I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. ~ John 15:5 In the verse above “apart from me you can do nothing” is a continual reminder that I am utterly dependent…
Inside: So often, we don’t know where to begin in praying for our husband. This scripture-based prayer has been one I pray for him daily. I’m so thankful to the Lord for the gift of my husband. He is a man who loves the Lord and desires to do all things to please Him. May I…
I know I utter the words every parent does when their child celebrates another birthday, “where has the time gone???” It seems like yesterday that we were just buckling in car seats and still eating in high chairs but this little boy the Lord has gifted our family with is now a man. I have…
So thankful to the Lord for the gift of my husband. He truly is a man who loves the Lord and desires to do all things to please Him. May I remind him today how much I love him, honor him and respect him. May I do him good and not harm all the…
Inside: This week’s Kitchen Table roundup includes a letter to the spouse of an unbeliever, a favorite reminder on the value of small tasks, a must-read from Elisabeth Elliot, and a podcast I’m loving. Pull up a chair, friend. Here are a few simple favorites from my week—encouragement for your heart and home. Articles to…
Inside: Loving our enemies doesn’t mean they’ll change—but it does mean we will. A simple prayer: “Lord, help me to love them,” can be the start of a heart changed by grace. I don’t know about you, but there have been times in my life when someone has wronged me—deeply. Their words hurt, their actions were unkind,…
Inside: Because Jesus lives, everything changes. From daily work to trials and trust, His resurrection shapes how we live—every day, not just on Easter. Easter is just around the corner as I’m recording this episode. I have an episode on celebrating a Christ-focused Easter and a post with Easter resources and books, and I will make sure…
Inside: Walking in wisdom means setting our minds on what is eternal. Are we investing in what truly lasts? Seeking the Lord, trusting His wisdom, and fixing our eyes on Christ shapes how we live today. I’ve been reflecting a lot on wisdom lately. This Walking in Wisdom series has been an opportunity to slow down and consider what it…
Inside: Easter is more than a holiday—it’s a celebration of our risen Savior! If you’re looking for ways to keep Christ at the center of your celebration, grab my free Christ-Focused Easter Planning Guide. Easter is a time to rejoice in the hope we have in Christ. It’s easy to get caught up in the…
Inside: Walking in wisdom isn’t just about big decisions—it’s about faithfulness in the small, everyday moments. From how we use our time to how we respond to interruptions, wisdom shapes our routines, relationships, and choices. If you’ve ever struggled to balance your responsibilities with faithfulness, this post is for you. We’re continuing our three-part series on…
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