Author: Amy
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SOAP: True knowledge brings blessings
Scripture: Proverbs 3:13 Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding, Observation: True blessings come from wisdom, understanding and knowledge. Application: Many people might say that knowledge is power. I think the Lord might be saying true knowledge brings blessings. I think I’d rather have the blessings! Prayer: Lord, please…
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Getting Ready to Read the Bible in 90 Days: Using Twitter
I have found Twitter to be an excellent accountability and encouragement tool for reading the Bible in 90 Days, as it allows our online community to have an more personal feel and it allows somewhat direct communication between each reader. Several of those signed up to read the Bible in 90 Days with us have…
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Getting ready to read the Bible in 90 Days: A little bit about SOAP
A few days ago I suggested that you consider skipping journaling and writing about your journey through the Bible in 90 days. It’s not that I don’t want you to keep a record of what you are learning and share with others. It is that I don’t want you to get overwhelmed and caught up…
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SOAP: The Lord gives wisdom
Today’s reading: Today I read through Proverbs 2. I will continue with a chapter of Proverbs a day until July 5 when I will begin the Bible in 90 Days. Scriprture: Proverbs 2:6 For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. Observation: The Lord shares true knowledge. Application: If you…
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Bible in 90 Days: Meet Your Mentors, Part Two
Today I am sharing a bit about four more of the Bible in 90 Days/ Blogging Through the Bible in 90 Days mentors. Each of these women is a B90 grad and is looking forward to help you also read the entire Word of God. On a housekeeping note, if you are signed up to…
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Getting ready to read the Bible in 90 Days: Check in posts
Accountability is a key factor of success in the traditional Bible in 90 Days groups which meet weekly in person in churches and communities all across the United States. Unfortunately we don’t have the opportunity to meet face to face each week, so I had to shake things up a bit to create some online…
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Bible in 90 Days: Meet Your Mentors Part One
In lieu of the Real (Experienced) Moms series this week, I would like to introduce you to some of the incredible women who will be serving you as mentors during the next Bible in 90 Days reading session which begins July 5. I will continue with more of these amazing ladies in more posts in…
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Getting Ready to read the Bible in 90 Days: It’s a BIG commitment!
Reading the Bible in 90 Days is a huge commitment. Unfortunately I think the size of the commitment takes a lot of people by surprise. Many readers think they can just slide it into their day. But you can’t. It takes more than just that. Reading the Bible in 90 Days takes a lot of…
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Getting ready to read the Bible in 90 Days: a few FAQ
Yesterday I asked if you were really in on reading the Bible in 90 Days with us. I’m assuming that you are really in if you are reading this post… and I hope you are. (And if you are, I hope you have filled out your info on the official Bible in 90 Days sign…
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Getting ready for the Bible in 90 Days: Are you really in?
I am so excited that our next group of readers will begin reading the Bible in 90 Days in just one week! This will be an amazing 90 days of excitement, drama, frustration, heartbreak, exhilaration, new discoveries, lessons learned, forgotten and re-learned, and lives changed for eternity… and I’m not just writing about what we…
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Regrets, joys and realistic advice from Valerie, our Real (Experienced) Mom
Today marks the last post from Valerie, last Thursday’s Real (Experienced) Mom. I hope you have enjoyed reading about her as much as I have. Each time I read her stories I am inspired and amazed. I hope you are, too. If you haven’t read them yet, please swing by and read Part One, Part…
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Birthday tours, planning balanced family activities and more unique ideas from Real (Experienced) Mom Valerie
Today is the third installment of this week’s Real (Experienced) Mom. If you haven’t read her story yet, be sure to click back and read part one, and part two. Now, here’s part three: Did you establish or follow any family traditions with your children that you especially cherished… then or now? Tell me about…
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Cinnamon Roll Ministry, Pizza Snakes, Gramma Bread and more from Valerie, our latest Real (Experienced) Mom
Each Thursday I share the stories of a new Real (Experienced) Mom and this week you are really in for a treat, as I am carrying out our latest mom’s interview for a few days. Yesterday I shared the first post from Valerie, a mom to five (now) grown men. If you missed it, please…
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I’ve had a house full of fun!
This week I wasn’t sure if it would be just me and two of my children or a house full. (My husband is away at the World Cup for a few more days and my oldest is at his first year of summer camp.) It’s been a house full. And a lot of fun! PS:…
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Psalms SOAP: A birthday ‘card’ from God
Day 56 of the Psalms in 60 Days Today’s Reading: Psalms 138-140 Scripture: Psalm 139: 13-14 13For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 14Ipraise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Observation: The Lord created me completely and…