ONE OF THE BEST THINGS I DID

Setting goals (and keeping them) can be hard. But they can also be such a blessing when you follow through (how ever imperfectly) and see real results that make a difference, big or small, in your life and the lives of those you love.

The beginning of a new year, let alone a new decade, is a natural time to take stock of where you’re at, where you’ve been, and where you want to go.

And whether you make resolutions, set goals, or just take small, daily steps in the right direction, one of the best things you can do for yourself and for your relationship with God and others, is to spend regular time each day in Scripture. There’s truly nothing like it, and it sets the tone and foundation for everything else.

Last year, I made a commitment to read the Bible every day from beginning to end. It wasn’t the first time I had done this, but it was the first time I did it in chronological order. Every time it truly gets sweeter, and I see so much more than I did before. And I always tear up in the last few chapters, imagining what it will be like to see Jesus face to face.

So, at the top of my list for this year is starting the Bible over again. And I would love for you to join me!

FREE PRINTABLE BIBLE READING PLAN

I put together this handy printable for us: THE 1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN. You don’t have to have a “special” Bible to do this – just click on the photo above or head to my FREE PRINTABLES page, download and print off the double sided sheet, fold it in half, and slip it in your Bible where you’ll always be able to see where you’re at. You can check off the box for each day or highlight the reference to mark your progress. And don’t stress if you miss a day or three – just pick up where you left off and keep going! Faithfulness is the goal. Not perfection.

For more on getting the most out of your time in the Word, this is a great, practical list my husband put together on INCREASING YOUR VIEW OF SCRIPTURE – it’s so helpful.

Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.

psalm 90:12

Grateful For You

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SOMETHING NEW FOR YOU

Happy Friday, friend!

I just wanted to tell you how thankful I am for you and what a privilege it is to share bits of inspiration and beauty with you – whether you live down the road from me or halfway around the world.

I truly “thank my God always when I remember you in my prayers.”

Click on the picture above to download the new (free!) printable.

May it bless and brighten your day!

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The Power Of Prayer

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Earlier this week, I got to spend some time with friends for a little summer book club. We shared our favorite takeaways from Spurgeon’s gem: The Power of Prayer in a Believer’s Life (which I highly recommend, by the way). I’m only about two thirds of the way through, but there’s been so much that has really stuck with me. Spurgeon has a way of painting such vivid word pictures.

Well, as we were finishing up our book discussion and starting to share prayer requests, my eyes, which had been slightly bothering me all morning, suddenly began to hurt so painfully that I couldn’t keep them open. My dear sisters in the Lord immediately gathered around me, praying for relief and healing. In spite of my intense discomfort, it was a sweet, living example of what we had just been talking about: the privilege of being able to pray for each other, that we can truly bring every concern, big or small to our loving Father.

Gratefully, my eyes are much better, after being forced to rest them all day yesterday –and, without a doubt, because of the power of prayer, as we brought our requests to His throne of grace!

So, today I remembered this quote on prayer (from our friend Spurgeon!) that I had lettered a few years ago for a group of ministry leaders at our church, and I thought it was the perfect piece to share with you all.

You can download the free printable by clicking on the photo above or find it newly added to the FREE PRINTABLES PAGE.

Prayer is the lisping of the believing infant, the shout of the fighting believer, the requiem of the dying saint. It is the breath, the watchword, the comfort, the strength, the honour of a Christian. –Charles Haddon Spurgeon

Isn’t that so good? An always needed reminder of where our comfort and strength come from.

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So, have you read any good books lately – or are you in the middle of one? I’d love to hear!

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