Habits of Joy

Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God. ~Ephesians 5:1-2 (NLT) Fall and the holidays left me spent. I’m still digging out from …

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What Got in the Way?

When thinking about habits, joy and living unburdened, I think of a few people who have walked this path and taught us along the way. I’m so thrilled that one of these people, Nicki Koziarz, has agreed to let me share some of her wise words on this subject as our guest today. I know …

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Living Unburdened

Are you staying strong with your New Year’s resolutions or goals yet? My focus on the word ‘joy’ for 2017 has led me to dig deep. My life stems from who God calls me to be. But this week, I awoke overwhelmed wondering “why am I doing all of this?” I quickly heard “because I …

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Worn Out Joy

Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. ~Psalm 90:12 (NLT) “I feel like a truck hit me.” My confession to my husband summed up our recent time off. The holidays and extra free days are supposed to refresh, but all I feel is worn. My great intentions …

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A Surrender Playlist

Music is the soundtrack of our lives. I have playlists to work out, write, for vacation, and Christmas to name just a few. Maybe you’re on vacation week this week and if so I hope you’re relaxing. You may even be taking stock of the year behind and planning ahead.  Even on vacation, what we …

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