From Our Hearts

DEVOTION: You’ve been chosen by God to be His very own. And as a child of God—you have worth that can never be tallied. Allow that truth to combat low self-esteem!

DEVOTION: An amazing thing happened as Mary “entered the house of Zacharias and greeted Elizabeth” (Luke 1:40). As she crossed the threshold into Elizabeth’s warm and welcoming home, these two women praised God for His plans. You can join them too!

DEVOTION: A great place to start giving thanks is through a gratitude journal. Here are three things to record daily. 

When we have people over, we usually clean. But what happens when we just don’t have the energy or desire to pick up? Following these steps can help you enjoy housework. 

DEVOTION: When we think of what we want in life, joy & peace rank high. In God's Word, we have the source of both! But to enjoy these two desired qualities, we must follow the apostle Paul's 'to-do' list. What does this look like? What are we to do?

DEVOTION:  Whether we're facing a flooded kitchen, a distressing medical diagnosis, or a challenge at work ... there is one thing that gives us the ability to think straight and face our giants. 

Do you see your home as a gift from God to be used for the comfort and well-being of others? A question to ask ourselves in this holiday season is, “Who can I open my arms and my heart and my home to?” Here are helpful hints on how to open your home on Thanksgiving.

During Operation Desert Storm, my husband Jim’s Army unit began preparing to go to war.  As we finalized our will, discussed with our daughters the possibility Jim may not come home, and updated insurance forms, I tried to cope with fear, anxiety, & uncertainty. Here's what I learned about managing emotions. 

As we pray against the ungodly influences that could cast darkness over our families, our children, and our hearts, here are three scriptural ways to watch out for false teachers.

It’s soooo easy to get in the habit of putting off unpleasant tasks. Rather than procrastinating, God gives you a better way of getting things done.

If you’re rushing in all directions at once, stop. Breathe. Have you included any time with God? Starting our day with God changes our priorities and offers us peace.

Have you noticed how few people know their neighbors these days? It might seem convenient to not be overly involved with other people around you, but Jesus calls us to a deeper relationship with others. Here are some practical ideas on how to do that.