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A Little Less Talk and a Lot More Action
We’ve discussed a LOT about unity over the past year. I’ve broken down ‘Until Unity’ chapter by chapter and line by line so that we
December 27, 2022
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Followers of Christ
6 Small Steps Towards Building Unity
SmalIer is Actually Better It’s human nature to want to change the world by a grand global movement. We think the bigger, more impressive statement
December 4, 2022
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Devoted Life
3 Ways Persecuted Christians Shine with Exquisite Faith
As we continue to bring awareness to persecuted Christians all over the world this month, we can look back to 3 Christians in history and
November 26, 2022
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Heroes of the Faith in the 20th Century- a Great Cloud of Witnesses
The Old Testament Heroes of the Faith were so inspiring to me. I started out studying them to find out what they had in common
November 19, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Remembering Believers Suffering*REAL*Persecution
When Nothing Good Spills Out I am so surprised at how easily and over the silliest things I can turn into a grumbling complainer spewing
November 12, 2022
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Bible Study
Heroes of the Faith: Daniel, part 2
There’s SO much great stuff in Daniel that I had to break this part of the study into 2 sections. You can read Part 1
November 5, 2022
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Heroes of the Faith: Daniel, Integrity and Faithfulness Part 1
Daniel is one of my favorite characters of the Bible! Though we know he wasn’t perfect, he was one of the few that didn’t royally
October 29, 2022
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Bible Study
Heroes of the Faith: Ezekiel, Priest turned Prophet
Let’s continue our journey studying some Heroes of the Faith. As we examine the ministries of OT prophets, I find it fascinating how the circumstances
October 22, 2022
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Bible Study
Heroes of the Faith: Jeremiah, the Weeping Prophet
Are you going through a difficult season? Do you find it difficult to have joy? Is complete joy even in hard places possible? I believe
October 15, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Is a Scarcity Mindset Keeping You from Unity?
There’s not enough. Hold on tight. Why can’t I have more? Why does she always have what I don’t have? Have you ever had thoughts
October 8, 2022
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Followers of Christ
The Path to Unity is Paved with Forgiveness
Which path would you rather take? A smooth, cleared path that’s easy to maneuver? No need to watch where you’re going because there’s nothing to
October 1, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Love Comes Full Circle
I am in constant search for God’s love. It has been…and continues to be…a lifelong search. Because of this search, I have been asking some
September 24, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Is Unity Possible Even When You Disagree?
Yes, Unity is possible even when you disagree! Moreover, building unity is even more important especially when you disagree! It’s easy to have unity with
September 17, 2022
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Devoted Life
Am I Supposed to Pursue Unity at All Costs?
Unity at All Costs? Are we supposed to pursue unity no matter what people believe? Are we just supposed to accept any old thing for
September 10, 2022
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Devoted Life
Get Unity by Building the Kingdom IN You
An Outward Focus of Faith “Use me, Lord!’ “Send me, Lord!” “Open the doors, Lord!’ I’ve prayed these prayers with much sincerity! With a deep
September 3, 2022
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Bible Study
What Keeps Me From Loving Others Well?
My Heart was Exposed Recently, the reality of my heart was exposed when God gently pointed out how I am not loving others quite as
August 27, 2022
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Devoted Life
If I Don’t Have Love, Then, I’m This….
If I don’t have love, then I’m no better than a clanging cymbal. A few years ago, I attended a community event. Praying after the
August 20, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Moving Forward: 3 Ideas to Pursue Unity
We’ve laid the foundation. We’ve framed the structure. We’ve understood the character of God’s nature. We’ve discussed the ‘why’ of unity and it’s importance to
August 13, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Measuring Unity by Our Maturity
As we continue to dig into what unity means, we keep taking our lessons from Francis Chan and his book, “Until Unity”. His statements on
August 6, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Unity Commands God’s Blessing
Imagine a warm campfire. The crisp, chilly air swirls around you. The amber glow of the crackling fire invites you to sit and be enveloped
July 30, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Unity Begins with You
If Only They Would…. Wouldn’t it be so much easier to develop unity if only they would….. Get on the same page (as me). Believe
July 23, 2022
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Devoted Life
Respond to the Call for Unity
Unity is a Classic It’s like a ‘69 Ford Mustang or a Audrey Hepburn fashion statement. It’s like your favorite Andy Griffin episode or Elvis
July 17, 2022
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Followers of Christ
3 Building Blocks to Unity
A Solid Foundation Anybody who knows anything about building a structure would tell you to lay a solid foundation. Prepare the ground and lay the
June 19, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Preparing the Ground for Unity- It Starts with Repentance
Preparing the Ground Before we can create a quality building of unity, or before we can even lay a foundation of unity, we must prepare
June 12, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Divisions That Prevent Unity Part 2
Getting Below the Surface Remember the big divisions that prevent unity? We discussed disagreements in belief, disagreements in practice, and power struggles. Like me, I’m
May 29, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Divisions that Prevent Unity Part 1
Unity Seems Easy We’ve talked a lot about the foundation of unity and why it’s so important for believers and the Church. We’ve talked about
May 15, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Let’s Pray for Unity like Jesus Did
Imagine the garden An intimate scene where Jesus pours out his heart to the Father. Jesus cries out His final thoughts, His final requests. Everything
May 8, 2022
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Devoted Life
Unity God’s Way is through Obedience
Have we fallen into the trap of doing things our own way? As congregations, we’re really good at seeing what another church is doing and
April 30, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Unity During Holy Week- We are Connected by More
Churches gathered in worship Every Saturday and Sunday believers around the world are worshiping and celebrating Jesus. It’s the one time during the week where
April 10, 2022
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Devoted Life
Our Unity and Our Mission- Two Sides of the Same Coin
Reach for Clearer Understanding If you’ve been hanging around since the beginning of the year, our Journey to Unity has taken us on a deep
April 2, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Unity is Easy When Jesus is the Hero
Hearts Burning Within Us Imagine the 2 men on the road to Emmaus in Luke 24 when they recognized Jesus. They asked each other, “Were
March 19, 2022
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Why Women of the Way Should Take a Rest
An Amazing Ride For 10 amazing years, we’ve gathered in churches with women all over Lincoln County, Tennessee and even spilling over into the northern
February 6, 2022
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Followers of Christ
2 Reasons Why Unity Should Be Important to Us
Unity is Nice That’s usually what we think. Unity is something we all want and it stirs a nice, warm fuzzy feeling. Maybe we think
January 30, 2022
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Followers of Christ
The Trinity is the Foundation for Unity
Unity- The Place to Start Reading Francis Chan’s “Unity Unity” inspired me to dig deeper than ever before in understanding unity with other believers. Women
January 22, 2022
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Followers of Christ
Start a New Journey to Unity
Last week, we discovered how The Epiphany is vitally connected to each epiphany in all our lives. Sometimes, we receive a bright, white lightbulb moment-
January 9, 2022
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Devoted Life
The Real Epiphany- God’s ‘A-HA’ Moment in You
Have you ever had an epiphany? You know, an “A-Ha!” moment? As the holiday celebrations of 2021 come to a close, we finish out the
January 2, 2022
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Devoted Life
Advent: Love’s Greatest Story
Romantic movies try to create it. Love songs try to sing about it. Fairy tales try to capture it. A longing lies in each of
December 18, 2021
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Devoted Life
Advent: Unexpected Joy
During this penitential season of Advent, we look inward and examine ourselves to prepare for the coming of Christ. In clearing away the inward clutter,
December 11, 2021
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Followers of Christ
Advent: His Presence leads to Peace
It never fails. I can count on it every time. When I enter His Presence, His peace enters me. Every. Single. Time. So no matter how
December 4, 2021
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Devoted Life
Advent: Repentance leads to Hope
Thanksgiving and gratitude give way to Advent, a time to reflect on the first coming of Christ and to prepare for the second coming of Christ. Since
November 27, 2021
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Bible Study
Prepare the Way for Advent
I know we’re all getting ready for Thanksgiving this week. I love all the family and food and having a wonderful week off from school!
November 20, 2021
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Unity Looks a Lot Like Surrender by Laura Mayer
As Women of the Way, we seek Unity in the Body as we focus on Who unites us rather than What divides us. We are
October 30, 2021
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Devoted Life
My Coat of Many Colors
I have a coat of many colors. Not a Joseph kind of coat, but more like a Dolly Parton-patch-work-quilt kind of coat. This coat has
October 16, 2021
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Kingdom Math for Unity by Wanda Walker
As Women of the Way, we seek unity in the Body of Christ as we focus on Who unites us rather than what divides us.
September 19, 2021
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Our Church Adventure by Dawn Hawkins
As Women of the Way, we seek unity in the Body of Christ as we focus on Who unites us rather than what divides us.
August 28, 2021
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Devoted Life
Making Your Joy Complete Even in Hard Places
What is it that brings you JOY? Some would say their job brings them joy. Some would say the beauty of nature like a colorful
August 21, 2021
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Devoted Life
Beware of this Trap: I deserve this
Hopefully, throughout the summers months, you’ve had the chance to cultivate your spirit. In June, we talked about some important spiritual disciplines that would help
August 7, 2021
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Devoted Life
Don’t Let Your Strengths Become Weaknesses
It happened again. You’re working hard at church and no one seems to notice. Or, you know you are really good at what you do,
July 31, 2021
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Hold Fast to Unity by Misty Bevill
As Women of the Way, we seek unity in the Body of Christ as we focus on Who unites us rather than what divides us.
July 24, 2021
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Devoted Life
Abiding- Allowing Your Seeds to Germinate
Since vacation, I’ve had a hard time getting back into the groove. I’ve had a bit of a hard time getting started again. I’ve been
July 18, 2021
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Unity/Oneness of Purpose for God’s Glory by Brenda Fields
As Women of the Way, we seek unity in the Body of Christ as we focus on Who unites us rather than what divides us.
June 26, 2021
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Devoted Life
We were Meant to Be Creators!
There are two kinds of people in the world: Consumers and Creators. Sounds like a new kind of species, doesn’t it? Consumer- A Consumer is
June 19, 2021
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Bible Study
Summer Gardening: A Decision, a Discipline, and a Delight
Summer Gardening I’ve enjoyed sharing this little spin on Summer Gardening by growing in spiritual disciplines and in Christian life. My summer of turning the
June 12, 2021
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Followers of Christ
Think You’re Too Busy for Sabbath Rest? Think Again.
I’m so excited to be contributing to the Creative Little Church. Read About the CLC here! Here’s my first post on Sabbath Rest. 3 Things
June 6, 2021
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Living in Harmony While We are Walking in Unity by Trish Pierson
As Women of the Way, we seek unity in the Body of Christ as we focus on Who unites us rather than what divides us.
May 30, 2021
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Unity in The Body
Who Unites Us, not What Divides Us
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! Psalm 133:1 Easier said than done, right? There’s plenty going
May 22, 2021
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Devoted Life
3 Kingdom Principles to Live by After a Pandemic….or Anytime Really.
How do you respond when tragedy strikes? How do you live when the routines of life have been turned on its head? The way we
May 15, 2021
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Followers of Christ
Being Made in His Image (or..I’m turning into my mother!)
It was bound to happen. All my life, people told me how I favored my mother…blue eyes, round cheeks, smile. However, as I’ve become older,
May 8, 2021
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Unity in The Body
We Belong to Each Other
I’ve written recently on Why We Need to be More Interdenominational. As we’re basking in the glow of another awesome Women of the Way series,
May 2, 2021
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Seeing Unity Through Our Differences by Alexis Brown
As Women of the Way, we seek unity in the Body of Christ as we focus on Who unites us rather than what divides us.
April 24, 2021
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Followers of Christ
Showing God’s Love through Salt & Light
As part of the WoW 2021 theme this year, we are talking about what it means to be Salt & Light as Christians. I recently
April 18, 2021
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Followers of Christ
You Must Have the Qualities of Salt
Think of a food that must have salt, or else, it tastes awful….. What comes to mind? Potatoes? Corn? Eggs?….Popcorn!?! When the kids were little,
April 11, 2021
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Devoted Life
2 Thoughts While Celebrating Easter
The Lord has Risen! The Lord has Risen Indeed ALLELUIA!!! Swing open the doors and let the celebration begin! It’s Resurrection Sunday!! During Holy Saturday,
April 3, 2021
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Bible Study
Welcome Home- Belonging Feels Like Family
Belonging It’s rather difficult to define, but we all know how it feels. Belonging feels like a home “where everybody knows your name.” *Everyone hollers
March 21, 2021
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Live in Harmony with Each Other
When the Harmony is right Listening to a beautiful piece of music, the notes on the instruments are woven together to sound like one. Voices
March 14, 2021
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Bible Study
What Keeps Us from Oneness and Experiencing Perfect Unity?
Jesus’ greatest desire is that we’d all be one. Just as the Father and the Son are one. He prayed this for us and for
March 7, 2021
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Followers of Christ
Nothing Can Separate (Continued from Remain in My Love)
Last week, we talked about how we Remain in My Love……. Don’t Feel a Thing If you’re thinking, “So what if I don’t feel like
February 13, 2021
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Followers of Christ
Remain in My Love
No Matter What No matter where you come from or what kind of raisin’ you’ve had or what kind of life you’ve lived. …No matter
February 7, 2021
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Change is Hard Not Bad
You may have noticed this Women of the Way website is undergoing some changes. I have switched to a new hosting site and new service
January 24, 2021
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Devoted Life
How is God Speaking to You?
We’re still savoring the last bits of the Christmas season even as the new year has already begun. I may be slow in getting the
January 2, 2021
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Followers of Christ
WoW Voices: Give Up the Grudge in 2020 by Reno Anderson
As Women of the Way, we seek Unity in the Body as we focus on Who unites us rather than What divides us. We are
December 27, 2020
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Followers of Christ
Good Tidings of Great Joy
Christmas can be a difficult time of year for lots of people. Grieving the loss of loved ones, family conflicts, depression, anxiety, and financial hardships
December 19, 2020
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Followers of Christ
Make Room for God’s Ultimate Revelation
Throughout history, countless stories, poems, songs, plays, and books have been created to depict the human experience of love. As the greatest of all feelings
December 12, 2020
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Bible Study
Be At Peace
Last week, we discussed the gift of Hope as we lit our first Advent candle. This week, we discover the gift of Peace. In John
December 5, 2020
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Bible Study
Eagerly Waiting for HOPE
During Advent, we remember the first coming of Christ while we are faithfully waiting for the second coming of Christ. In chapter 2 of the
November 28, 2020
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Followers of Christ
WoW Voices: Experiencing Unity in Singleness
As Women of the Way, we seek Unity in the Body as we focus on Who unites us rather than What divides us. We are
November 22, 2020
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WoW Voices: Unity in a Christ-based Inter-Denominational Ministry by Amanda Curtis
As Women of the Way, we seek Unity in the Body as we focus on Who unites us rather than What divides us. We are
October 24, 2020
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Devoted Life
Walking in Your Priestly Ministry Even If It Feels Small
Do you feel your ministry is too small? No matter how big and influential or how specific and unique your ministry is, it’s all equal
October 10, 2020
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Devoted Life
A Modern Psalm
We all need a little pick-me-up, right? We all need a little something that’s going to charge us up and get us going each day,
October 3, 2020
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Unity on University Campus by Elizabeth Chaplin
As Women of the Way, we seek Unity in the Body as we focus on Who unites us rather than What divides us. We are
September 27, 2020
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Devoted Life
Getting Better at Ministry Planning
Guess what y’all?? I’m going to be sharing about how to plan a whole year of ministry at this online event- check it out here!
September 20, 2020
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Followers of Christ
How Football can teach you about Ministry
Show of hands…….Who else loves football season?? I’m not a huge sports fan, but I do love football. The excitement, the intensity, the cool weather,
September 12, 2020
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Followers of Christ
Being Righteous over Being Right
We are living in volatile times. An understatement for sure. Everyone has an opinion, a perspective, a point of view. We stake a claim on
September 6, 2020
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Unity in The Body
WoW Voices: Is Unity Possible by Vanessa Holmon
As Women of the Way, we seek Unity in the Body as we focus on Who unites us rather than What divides us. We are
August 30, 2020
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Unity in The Body
Encouraging Other Churches to Host an Interdenominational Series
We’ve been doing this Women of the Way thing for several years now. The encouragement, that relationships, and the Unity are amazing! It’s high time
August 23, 2020
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Bible Study
Seek Christ
So many people are living in difficult and painful situations. So much unrest and upheaval in such a short period of time. So many changes
August 2, 2020
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Followers of Christ
The Gift of Forgiveness
I’ve been given a great gift! A friend of mine gave me this gift, and I didn’t even know it until recently. My friend gave
June 14, 2020
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Devoted Life
Stop Trying to ‘Let it Go’
I wonder if Moses had a hard time letting it go. As he stood on Mount Nebo on top of Pisgah Peak (Deuteronomy 34:1), Moses
June 7, 2020
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Followers of Christ
Keeping Your Silver and Gold
As we get back to worship gatherings, family functions, and community events, we’re so excited to get together with our favorite people! Who’s the first
May 31, 2020
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On the Outside of the Circle
She sat across the table from me. She didn’t say a word. We were a bunch of women who attended a workshop together, so the
May 24, 2020
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Followers of Christ
Encouragement- Be a Cheerleader!
Summer break is getting start early! WhooHoo!! Now, if the weather and COVID-19 will only cooperate, the kids and I can get going on our
May 17, 2020
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Devoted Life
Fighting the Spread of Discouragement
Discouragement spreads like a virus, and we need to flatten the curve! I don’t know about you….but, it’s easy to get infected! Being at home
May 10, 2020
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Devoted Life
Learning Not to Take Life for Granted
It all started happening like a series of dominoes falling one right after another. School let out which is my job. Sporting events, concerts, movies,
May 3, 2020
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Devoted Life
Discovering What’s Really Essential as Followers of Christ.
There’s been a lot of talk recently on what is essential. Which workers are essential. Which grocery items are essential. Which events are essential. Church
April 26, 2020
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Devoted Life
When you need some power to face Monday morning…..
If you are like me, the journey to Easter has been a strange one. What started out as life as usual for Lent back in
April 12, 2020
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Followers of Christ
Why you need to be more Interdenominational……..
Women of the Way 2020 has taken a big U-turn! We had a great first sessions (see some pictures here). Then, we tried to meet
March 22, 2020
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Devoted Life
Nameless Women Changed by Christ: Changed from the Inside Out
Continuing our discussion of Jesus reshaping us by dropping those labels we wear, this is what He wants to happen next! As we allow His
March 15, 2020
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Bible Study
Nameless Women Changed by Christ: Labels and Boxes
Have you ever been in a situation where no one knew your name? Or, better yet, have you ever been in a crowd, yet, still
March 8, 2020
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Bible Study
Fulfill Your Calling: One God and Father of All
We’ve been talking about whether your ministry can be sacred or secular. We’ve also been talking about how your ministry is equal from God’s perspective
February 9, 2020
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Followers of Christ
Fulfill Your Calling: All Ministry is Equal
The human body is amazing! Every part of your body serves an important purpose and function. No matter if it is seen or unseen, it
February 1, 2020
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Bible Study
Fulfill Your Calling: Sacred or Secular
Imagine you are in church 500 years ago. The clergy were the only ones who could read and understand the Bible. The clergy were the
January 26, 2020
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Followers of Christ
Best of 2019: Heroes, Thorns and Unity
Can you believe we’ve come to the end of 2019? Wow!! Even more so…..can you believe we’ve come to the end of the decade??? Crazy!!!!
December 29, 2019
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Devoted Life
Thanksgiving: Blessings
The holidays have begun! Whether I’m ready or not to be bombarded with commercials, decorations, music, and sales, it’s here. And, it seems it’s here
November 17, 2019
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Followers of Christ
What is God’s Perspective of Your Ministry?
Imagine you are looking down from the top of a very tall skyscraper. The view is amazing! You can see for miles. When you look
October 27, 2019
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Devoted Life
How are You going to Make it through the Day?
These 14 hour days are exhausting. I’m sure you know the drill…..work, meetings, appointments, supper, laundry, and dishes. There are all the things you have
October 20, 2019
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Devoted Life
Make the Most of THIS Day
It’s been one of those incredibly busy seasons. For about 9 weeks, we had something to do or somewhere to go almost every night of
October 13, 2019
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Devoted Life
Point Them to Jesus
I can be so guilty of this……. In my passion and zeal to be the hands and feet of Jesus, I can be so motivated
September 8, 2019
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