Tag: Purpose

What If…

What If…

What if. . . You knew exactly what God wanted for you? What if. . . You believed that you could absolutely have it? What if. . . You knew your hopes and dreams could come true? What if. . . You got up every morning living the authentic life you really want? What if. […]

Are You a Fighter?

Are You a Fighter?

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. (2 Timothy 4:7) Second Timothy is Paul’s last letter before being martyred. Chapter 4, verse 7 is often quoted as an affirmation of his unwavering faith and unyielding love for the gospel of Jesus Christ. As Paul wrote Second Timothy, […]

When Distractions Get In Your Way

When Distractions Get In Your Way

One of my favorite events during the summer Olympics is the distance runners in the track and field events. The shorter-distance runners tend to get the most attention (think Usain Bolt) but, in my opinion, the long-distance runners have a much more challenging job. Sprinters, like Usain Bolt, can easily see the finish line before […]

Count the Cost of Fear

Count the Cost of Fear

Too many gifted women are not using the gifts they have been blessed with because they’re scared. Scared of failing. Scared of looking foolish. Scared that they’re going to mess up. That fear, however, has a cost. The problem with fear is that it keeps you stuck, stops you from using your gifts, and holds […]

Seasons of Shifting

Seasons of Shifting

The story of Esther is a familiar one. (See Esther 1-10) When the story opens, she is a captive Jewish orphan living in Persia. However, by the end of the story, she is queen. Some believed that she became queen because of her beauty. Yet others knew that it was a divine plan orchestrated by […]

Momentary Troubles

Momentary Troubles

There are times in your life when things are going great, you wake up every morning with a song in your heart, you are hearing from God and He’s guiding you every step of the way. But what about those other times – the times when things aren’t going well, everything’s falling down around you […]