Tag: intentionality
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Fix Your Gaze
Have you ever been so close to something that you miss seeing it? It’s like when I can’t find my phone and it’s on the table in front of me. It’s there the whole time; I just don’t see it. In an interview with the New York Times, psychologist Christopher Chabris explained why this happens.…
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5 Reminders to Help You Move Forward in Your Ministry
Have you ever felt overlooked in your own ministry? Like people don’t see you as “good enough” or fit for the role you’re assigned? Maybe it’s the small group you lead or the position you have at church. Maybe you’ve dealt with your share of drama and the petty comments keep you from pursuing your…
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How to Live on Mission Within Measure
“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” Proverbs 16:3 (ESV) “Michelle, can I introduce you to someone?” Before the service started, my friend asked me this question at church one morning. “They’re about your age and would like to get connected.” “Sure,” I replied. I made my way over to…
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Pure Radiance
“Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.” – Psalm 34:5 (ESV) Fun fact: I bought these flowers for myself – my favorite flowers – to celebrate the goodness of God and my healing process. I never had mini bouquets before, and when I arrived home, I quickly grabbed…
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To Save My Life
“And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it.” – Luke 9:23-24 (ESV) A few months ago I wrote about…
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Intentionally Losing My Life
“And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it.” – Luke 9:23-24 (ESV) A few years ago, I’d never imagine…
Consider the Joy 