As I began my morning routine it seemed that the devil was determined to prevent me from completing my 10K steps for the day. I walked down the stairs and into rain. Plan B was to go to the gym and walk the treadmill. I got to the gym and realized I left my electronic access key in the garage as I normally do for my walks, but I had a backup in the car. I went to enter, the light turned green, but the door wouldn’t budge. I was locked out from the gym. I drove back to my apartment turned the music on my Power Playlist in my headphones even louder and continued to move without overreacting to everything going wrong. Each song that played was a reminder of who I am because of who Christ is in me and the ability I have to overcome whatever life throws in my path.
After cycling through songs to the point where the music ended and podcasts began, I thanked God for the ministry through music and wanted to share 10 songs that reminded me of the victory we have in Christ. We are more than conquerors through him who loves us and can do all things through Him who gives us strength.
Next time you’re preparing for a victory, recovering from a setback or need a reminder to walk in confidence, check out this playlist, linked on Spotify, or add the songs to your playlist wherever you listen to music.
Read MoreSpring is here, and Q2 is in full swing. As I reflect on the first three months of the year, I'm excited about all that is in store for the coming months. While working toward the goals I set in January, I'm proud of my progress and prepared to overcome my challenges.
I’m a firm believer in celebrating victories, large and small, and practicing gratitude along the way. Here I’ve outlined the highlights, wins and challenges of my year so far in effort to chronicle my journey and hold myself accountable.
Read MoreGideon, Your weakness. God’s Strength. packs a lot into 192 pages cover-to-cover guiding readers through faith, history, self-reflection, group discussion and much more. The study will take you through a transformative experience with God, Gideon, Priscilla and those who do it with you. Structured to similar to a devotional, the study outlines the weekly sessions within five days, giving you two days to reflect further and begin to put what you learned into action.
You can expect to
dive deep into history (maps, charts, multiple-choice questions and more included)
engage through activities and questions with yourself and your group
reflect on the Word of God (in thought and scripture) and how it’s applied in your daily walk with Christ,
connect with Priscilla through vivid stories of her life and experiences
and be moved by her many words of wisdom.
Read MoreTen weeks ago, I began a journey to connect with God, my new church home and community through a program called Rooted.
I wasn’t sure exactly what to expect. Part of me wanted to discover that I’ve been missing something significant in my walk with Christ. Another wanted to be reassured that I am on the right track and that God is pleased and still using me for His will.
I also had a strong desire to find the community I had heard so many pastors preach about.
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