Author: Amy
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Finding a blogging balance (some link love)
My sister in law is an amazing woman. I am so thankful that my brother and she were married 16 years ago. And I am thankful that they stuck it out when things got tough. But I am digressing already… The reason I mention her today is that she just posted an excellent piece on…
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SOAP: Living a life guided by him, not directed by sin
Scripture: Romans 6:15-16 15So since God’s grace has set us free from the law, does this mean we can go on sinning? Of course not! 16Don’t you realize that whatever you choose to obey becomes your master? You can choose sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God and receive his…
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Green beans, anyone?
I am sorry I haven’t posted in the past few days. I took a quick trip to Maryland with my daughter to celebrate my brother’s promotion to Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy. The trip was quick and, although I did most of my Bible reading, I didn’t journal about it or post. But today…
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SOAP: Praise treasure hunt
Scripture: Psalm 98:1 Sing a new song to the Lord, for he has done wonderful deeds. He has won a mighty victory by his power and holiness. Observation: Tell the Lord something wonderful about Him which you haven’t told Him yet. He is worthy. Application: I do praise God and thank Him for many things…
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SOAP: Persistent Prayer
Scripture: Romans 1:9 God knows how often I pray for you. Day and night I bring you and your needs in prayer to God, whom I serve with all my heart by telling others the Good News about his Son. Observation: I pray continually for you and God knows it. Application: Lately I have been…
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SOAP: Venting is often really gossip. And that is not okay.
Scripture: Psalm 101:5 I will not tolerate people who slander their neighbors. I will not endure conceit and pride. Observation: Gossip is not okay, neither is an inflated ego. And I will not take part in either. Application: Over the last few days someone irritated me and I shared that with someone else. As much…
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SOAP: Don’t let your grip slip
Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:15 With all theses things in mind, dear brothers and sisters, stand firm and keep a strong grip on everything we taught you both in person and by letter. Observation: Knowing what is to come, maintain your understanding and don’t let it slip. Application: It is crucial that I keep my knowledge…
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SOAP: Encouragement for everlasting life
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 13And now, brothers and sisters, I want you to know what will happen to the Christians who have died so you will not be full of sorrow like people who have no hope. 14For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when…
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SOAP: A love tsunami
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:12 And may the Lord make your love grow and overflow to each other and to everyone else, just as our love overflows toward you. Observation: With God’s guidance, your love can grow to immeasurable qualities that you can share with all around you. Application: I want to be a love tsunami.…
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SOAP: I should work to please God, not people
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4 (partial) …Our purpose is to please God, not people. He is the one who examines the motives of our hearts. Observation: I should work to honor God, not people. Only God can truly understand my motives. And my motives should be to please him alone. Application: Too often I find myself…
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Twitter: Why I love it and how to get started
There are a lot of people talking about Twitter right now. I can’t tell you why everyone else loves it, but I can share why I’m glad to have joined in all fun. In a nutshell (or a Twitter-sized, 140-characters-or-less post): I like Twitter’s short, sweet flow of information. And the way it allows me…
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SOAP: What do I focus on first?
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:3 As we talk to our God and Father about you, we think of your faithful work, your loving deeds, and your continual anticipation of the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. Observation: Paul, Silas and Timothy think of how the Thessalonians are serving the Lord whenever they pray for them. Rather…
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Our family is about to grow…
No, stop. I am not pregnant (at least I don’t think I am). We are simply planning to open our home to a Danish teenager we have known for quite some time later this summer. Her dad and my husband were soccer teammates in high school before her dad fell madly in love with a…
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First Time Mom Winner
Thank you so much to everyone who submitted a first time mom story last week. I really enjoyed reading all of them and learning about your experiences. Each story had something special that made me really think, and I like that. For me, the account was a little tough to write, so I especially appreciate…