Well, it’s that time again! December has come to an end and it’s time to think about resolutions for next year. First and foremost, I want 2009 to be marked by a deeper, richer relationship with Jesus Christ. I would also be thrilled if I could shed the baby bump that has no baby. [...]
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October was a special month for our family. If you are in ministry, chances are it was a big deal for you, too. Why? It was Pastor Appreciation Month! Luke and I consider ourselves supremely blessed to serve a congregation who takes this event to heart. Among the expressions of affection we received were home-cooked [...]
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Some time ago, I received an email with a question that I found very intriguing. Unfortunately, a technical difficulty corrupted my email folder and I was unable to access it again. Imagine my delight when I was browsing through some other files and located the note tucked away where it didn’t belong. Of course, I [...]
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This month we are going to talk about a topic that is near and dear to my heart: fashion. I know you must be wondering what clothing has to do with ministry. Apparently it is quite important because you girls ask me about appropriate dress for a minister’s wife more often than anything else. Here [...]
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I received many interesting emails in response to last month’s topic, “BFF’s in the Church Pews.” This month I’d like to elaborate just a bit. (Scroll down to the July post if you’ve not yet read this article.) I think the majority of you understood the three categories of friends I proposed. One reader shared [...]
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This month I received an email with a question that on the surface may seem easy to answer, but in reality can be a hotbed of controversy. The answers could easily fill an entire book but obviously we don’t have that kind of space. For that reason, we will address some foundational principles on this [...]
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"I love you, LORD. You are my strength. The Lord is my rock, my protection, my Savior. My God is my rock. I can run to Him for safety. He is my shield and my saving strength, my defender. I will call to the LORD, who is worthy of praise, and I will be saved from my enemies." Psalm 18:1-3
There have been times in my life when I wondered if You were listening to me. Yet lately there is no doubt. I see You answer so concisely, Father. Can I ever praise You enough?! My words seem so insignificant at this moment. I thank You, O Lord, with what little I can offer. I am overwhelmed with Your tender grace. My heart overflows with joy and sweet peace because I sense Your great love for me. How could I ever live without You, God? I could not!
You are Life, You are Love, You are Listener. There is no other god but You. Thank You, Jesus, that when I came to the well seeking Your living water You freely gave and You continue giving every day. And now I will rest in knowing You have me and mine safe in Your hands. In Jesus Precious Name, amen.
This is my prayer for today,
Julie
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