Last night at Legacy Baptist Church, Pastor Donnie Edwards delivered a sermon on the first chapter of 2 Corinthians. My summary of the message: God has plans for you—plans that include your suffering, your brokenness, and your struggles. But these aren’t just random difficulties; they’re divinely orchestrated opportunities to minister to others who will walk…
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Finding God’s Purpose in Life’s Detours: When Closed Doors Lead to Greater Blessings
Last night at Legacy Baptist Church, Pastor Donnie Edwards preached the final message in his series through 1 Corinthians. As he shared about Paul’s closing words to the Corinthian church in chapter 16, several powerful takeaways stood out that resonated deeply with me. When God Redirects Your Path Pastor Donnie shared something that hit home…
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Breaking the Cycle: Replacing False Beliefs with Biblical Truth in Parenting
As I read the second lesson in “The Search for Significance” by Robert S. McGee, the part about how parents influence their children’s beliefs in God hit home stronger than anything else. McGee writes, “Our self-esteem and view of God are usually a mirror of our parents’ attitudes toward us. Those who are loved and…
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5 Ways to Recognize God’s Hand in Life’s Unexpected Detours
5 Ways to Recognize God’s Hand in Life’s Unexpected Detours Have you ever felt stuck in life’s waiting room? That awkward space between what was and what’s next? You’re not alone. Recently, I found myself pondering this very situation after hearing a powerful message that resonated deeply with my own journey. When God Redirects Your…
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Spiritual Warfare in Children’s Lives: When Friendship Struggles Become Faith Battles
Growing up is hard. As parents, watching our children struggle through social challenges can be heartbreaking. But what if these struggles are more than just normal childhood experiences? What if they’re actually part of a spiritual battle? When Good Things Start Happening, Opposition Often Follows I recently witnessed this with my 10-year-old daughter. After years…
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Navigating Friendships: Recognizing Toxic Relationships and Being a Good Friend
Have you ever noticed how perfect God’s timing can be? Just yesterday, my daughter came to me struggling with friendship issues (ah, the complex social world of 10-year-olds), and when I opened my Bible during the pastor’s sermon on 1 Corinthians 15, I stumbled upon notes from a previous message focused specifically on verse 33:…
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Ready to Share: Being Bold in Everyday Evangelism
Have you ever wondered how to naturally bring Jesus into your conversations? As I’ve been attending a church small group on How to Share Jesus Like You Mean It, this question came up: “How can you start a conversation with someone about Jesus?” While many great answers were shared, I’d like to share what the…
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Finding Worth Beyond Busyness: A Workaholic’s Journey to Rest
Finding Worth Beyond Busyness: A Workaholic’s Journey to Rest I’ve been thinking a lot about worth and busyness lately. This week I started reading “The Search for Significance” by Robert S. McGee. Right from the start, it opens with Psalm 139:23-24 – a verse I’ve prayed so many times: “Search me, God, and know my…
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The Busy Trap: Finding Worth Beyond Productivity
In the quiet moments between tasks, a truth has been slowly emerging in my life—one that I’ve been reluctant to face. I’m a workaholic. I always have been. And just when I convince myself I’m making progress, reality sets in. Recently, I started reading The Search for Significance by Robert S. McGee. The book opens with…
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Grace in the Fast Lane: Christian Witness Behind the Wheel
Have you ever noticed how quickly our Christian witness can evaporate the moment someone cuts us off in traffic? I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately, especially after hearing something powerful on The Bible Recap podcast. Tara-Leigh Cobble shared a story about her friend who has developed quite the unusual traffic habit. Whenever someone cuts…
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