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March 10, 2016
Listen Close, Listen Well: Listening When It’s Loud (Teri Lynne Underwood)
I “met” today’s guest at the She Speaks conference in 2014 when she taught a workshop about blogging. I could tell this woman was smart and savvy. I was delighted when Teri Lynne graciously agreed to write a post for the “Listen Close, Listen Well” series. Let’s give her a warm welcome as we lean in and listen.
Teri Lynne is a Word lover and idea slinger. A worship leader’s wife and cheerleader’s mom she writes in between loads of laundry and figuring out how it’s already time to fix supper...
March 8, 2016
Interview with Logan Wolfram (Author of Curious Faith)
On Fridays at 1:30 EST I host the #WeWrite Periscope (@Katie_M_Reid). It is a joy to encourage and support other writers.
As an extension of #WeWrite I am hosting The Interview Series. This series will feature upcoming and newly released books, author interviews and an inside look at the business of book writing. I hope you enjoy meeting these authors and learning more about their projects and personalities.
May you also find courage to keep writing and telling your story.Our first author i...
March 3, 2016
G.R.O.W. in Grace and Faith
Although we just experienced our second snowstorm in a week, Spring is coming.
As the cold gives way to warmth, barren ground transforms to lush green carpet and dead-looking trees start to bud with life, we enter a new season.
We set goals at year’s start, but how about now with the change of season?
How do we grow effectively in our faith and not remain dormant and complacent?
4 Effective Ways to G.R.O.W. this Season:G- Grace
R- Rest
O- Outside Help
W- Worship
Step 1: GraceWebster defin...
March 1, 2016
Dear Tightly Wound Woman: Slowing Down
A new season is on the horizon. A different pace is required—but it’s not faster.
It’s slower and richer.
It’s not a grasping of the wind, but a sitting down and soaking it in kind of time. A time to savor. A time to let go of the hurried, fast-paced and frantic way of living.
You fear you’ll miss out, but turn your attention towards Me and listen to what I’m saying. Don’t miss out on the gift I am giving you right now.
Keep in step with My Spirit so you don’t miss...
February 25, 2016
Listen Close, Listen Well: Lean In My Daughters (Giveaway)
I first heard of today’s guest through my camp friend, Marnie. Kerrington is the founder of a lovely online community. I recently guest posted over there and told part of Hubby and my love story. I am delighted to host Kerrington today for the second installment of the “Listen Close, Listen Well” series. Lean in and listen as we grow together (and be sure to enter the giveaway when you’re done reading).
Kerrington Sweeney is President and Founder of Uniquely Yours Ministries, a minist...
February 23, 2016
Are You Welcoming the Small? #RaRaLinkup
Welcome Readers and #RaRaLinkup Friends! So glad that you are here today.
In bible study we are studying the book of Matthew. The other day I read this verse:
And whoever welcomes a little child like this in My name welcomes Me.” -Matthew 18:5
Another version uses the word “receive” in place of “welcome”.
This verse convicted me, and caused me to ask, “Am I welcoming, receiving and making room for the child that I am carrying in the womb—the one God has surprised and blessed us with?”
Now, o...
February 22, 2016
Loving Those that Aren’t Applauding
What do you do when others don’t get you?
How do you respond when others don’t understand what you do or don’t seem to care about your latest creative endeavor?
It’s tempting to get resentful, withhold information (or parts of your heart) or shut down around them.
It’s especially hurtful when you are overly enthusiastic about what they are excited about—yet receive a glazed-over look when you dare to share your heart.
Maybe I’m whining, acting entitled or just venting in a passive aggressive...
February 18, 2016
Life Choices (Extension 26)
It’s that time again! Time to highlight a ministry to encourage, give to and pray for.
Most Christian churches have a Sanctity of Life Sunday, where they talk about the importance and sacredness of life, at all stages.
I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.
” -Psalm 139:14 (ESV)
In honor of that, we are featuring Life Choices Pregnancy Center as our recipient for Extension 26 this month.
Life Choices mission statement is t...
February 17, 2016
Confront Anger and Triggers Book Interview
It was hard to admit I wrestled with angry reactions. But I grew so tired of the struggle that I started admitting it so I could move towards emotional health and freedom.
I process through words and art. So, as I came face-to-face with my sin, I penned some posts to reflect my discoveries.
I have broken things in my anger—and not just dishes. I have cut hearts and dashed spirits with my careless words and sharp responses. My anger has caused me to sink down in a jagged display of broken pie...
February 16, 2016
Dear Mom, Your Anger Isn’t the Problem (Triggers Book Review)
Sometimes you show up somewhere and you have no idea how your life will be positively impacted because of it.
That’s what happened to me when my friend Wendy invited me to be a part of the No More Angry MOB (Mother of Boys) group on Facebook. I took part in their 40 Day No Sugar Challenge a year ago, but more than that, I came to face-to-face with my anger issues and some practical solutions towards more healthy parenting.
It is a privilege to introduce you to this invaluable resource that r...
