By: Brian Harris
Some people have stories that follow them around: “You do know about the time he…” or “You may not realise it, but though she looks like butter wouldn’t melt in her mouth, there was the time that…”
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Keep Shining
Jesus told a story about ten young ladies who were waiting a wedding. Specifically, they were waiting for the bridegroom to come. It’s called the Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1–13). “Virgins” just means “young ladies.” In this story, they are the friends of the bride.
Do You Feel Like You’re Drifting? Christine Caine Relates and Can Help with Your Reset
By: Laura Bennett
Have you ever found yourself asking ‘how did I get here?’. Wondering, in life’s hurried pace and despite all your best intentions, how you arrived somewhere you never expected to be. Somewhere marked with disappointment perhaps, or just despondence and lethargy?
Encouragement for the Person Who’s Waiting on a Promise
By: Sabrina Peters
“You are faithful to fulfil every promise you’ve made. You manifest yourself as kindness in all you do.” Psalm 145:13 (TPT)
3 Reasons to Fight Fear
By: Sabrina Peters
It’s so easy to let fear dictate your life. I know, because so often I find myself doing just that. I let the fear of failure stop me from stepping out. I let the fear of man control my self-esteem. I let the fear of an unknown future paralyse me from enjoying the present.
Nothing Worth Doing Is Ever Easy
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By: Sabrina Peters
It’s about this time every semester I feel the full weight of Uni. Sometimes I find myself asking the question through gritted teeth, “Why am I studying again?!
We’re Not in the Same Boat, But We Are in the Same Storm
By: Sabrina Peters
We’re not all actually in the same boat – but we are in the same storm. For some, the last few months have been tumultuous and terrifying.
To the Mum Who Thought She’d Be Better at Mothering
By: Jennie Scott
When I was a little girl, all I wanted to be was a mother. Sure, I played around with being a marine biologist (who knew you had to be good at science?!), and I would teach school to my dolls and stuffed animals.
Get Your Praise From God
People are like mirrors. We look at them and think that we see ourselves in what we see reflected back. If we see things like forgiveness and love, then we believe ourselves to be worthy of forgiveness and love. If, on the other hand, we see unforgiveness and rejection, then we believe ourselves to be unforgivable and unacceptable.
The Benefit of Adopting a Mantra
By: Duncan Robinson
I’ve been thinking a lot about goals, and how to achieve them. I’ve got a few this year.