Author: Michelle Martino
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Finding Rest Without Having to Force Quit
The other day, my phone unknowingly fell out of my pocket at a friend’s house. It landed screen-down on the pavement, but thankfully a patch of snow kept it from any damage. (This may be the one time I appreciate the snow not melting.) When I realized my phone wouldn’t be with me for a…
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Christ has come, Christmas has passed…now what?
As the commercial rush of Christmas comes to an end and our decorations get tucked away for next year, it’s important to remember the truths of this holiday aren’t over. Jesus came for those who would humbly recognize Him as their King. In the Christmas story, God revealed Jesus’ identity to the shepherds and wise…
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A Thanksgiving Prayer
Hi friend! God put it on my heart to share this prayer of gratitude. As many of us in the United States prepare our tables for Thanksgiving dinner, let’s also prepare our hearts with gratitude for the Lord’s presence, provision, and protection in our lives. Lord, we thank You for who You are and how…
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Finding Safety in Trusting God
I glanced at the TV as a game show host cut open brand-new handbags with a kitchen knife. This was my first time seeing the Netflix show “Is it Cake?”, a competition where bakers design cakes to imitate non-edible objects. Their goal is to try and trick the judges. As someone who has healed from…
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“Steadfast” Reflections + Free Resource
This fall marks the 1-year anniversary of “Steadfast.” While the timing of its release was much sooner than I planned, God knew exactly what He was up to. The message of this book has been for: “When we invite the Holy Spirit to dwell within us, we have the strength and power to live steadfastly,…
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Finding Rest and Trust in God
At the very end of summer, I went away for a few days for a conference on rest. The logical part of me was in a panic. I started a new position at work a few days after I returned home. What if something happened? What if I couldn’t do all I needed to? Is…
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Is it Possible to Delight in Disappointment? – Guest Post on Faith to Follow
Hey friends! I have the honor and privilege of being a guest writer for Regina Brown’s “Faith to Follow” blog this summer. I’m contributing to a 3-month series, “Call to Courage,” to help propel you further into your calling. My third and final post addressed disappointment. Scripture calls us to rejoice in the Lord, but how…
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“Seeking Jesus for Satisfaction” – Proverbs 31 Ministries devotion
Hi friends! My devotion, “Seeking Jesus for Satisfaction,” is now live at Proverbs 31 Ministries Encouragement for Today devotions. There is so much joy to be found when we lay our weaknesses at the feet of Jesus and let Him work in us and through us. It is an incredible honor to share this teaching…
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God is in the Details: Celebrating “Steadfast”
Have you ever looked back at something in your life and realized God truly worked out everything for your good? This summer has been a season of answered prayers. And, by taking the time to sit with God and process it all, I can see He saw so much more beyond what I ever could.…
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“No Longer Defeated by Discouragement” – Guest Post on Faith to Follow Blog
Hey friends! I have the honor and privilege of being a guest writer for Regina Brown’s “Faith to Follow” blog this summer. I’m contributing to a 3-month series, “Call to Courage,” to help propel you further into your calling. My second post addressed discouragement. How do we press on despite feeling discouraged? And where is…
Consider the Joy 