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We fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary but what is unseen is eternal. Luke 12:48 The things that are valued in this world – fame, material possessions, achievement, money, sex, power – […]
Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. Galatians 1:10 My name is Leslie and I’m […]
This world is a scary place these days. There is a lot of uncertainty and that creates fear. And fear is the root of many of our issues and struggles. What are your fears? Here are a few of mine: Harm coming to a loved […]
If you haven’t noticed, things are pretty crazy up in our world right now. The pandemic, political unrest/division, hurricanes, school shootings, mental health crisis, and terrorism to name a few of the things that are going on. It’s important to remember that this world is […]
Most of us are aware of the importance of a nutritious diet as it relates to food, but we often don’t think about the importance and components of a diet that feeds our souls. Recently, I was scrolling through Facebook while watching the Bachelorette. A […]
“Each one should test his own actions. Then he can take pride in himself, without comparing himself to somebody else.” Galatians 6:4 Often when I’m feeling like I have gotten to a good place in my life, along comes someone that seems like they […]
Are you feeling depressed? Has someone close to you struggled with depression? Many of us have been touched by depression at some point in our lives. And I have to believe that depression has been on the rise with all that is going on in […]
I was doing a Bible Study this week and the question was asked, “when in your life have you felt closest to God?” Almost all of the participants shared that, for them, it was during a time of hardship and suffering. I know this to […]
Do you ever find yourself blurting something out before you think about it? Saying something that you know may be hurtful and not helpful? Imparting your “wisdom” when it isn’t needed or wanted? I have to say that I do all of the above at […]
Does God’s timing sometimes leave you frustrated and full of questions? I’m pretty sure are all ready for the pandemic to be over and for things to get back to a more “normal” state of affairs. We want to be able to travel, go to […]
