Just because someone carries it well doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy. The saying, “God will never give you more than you can handle” is popular and even comforting, but it is not necessarily Biblical. Because after all, the times when we think we literally cannot handle anymore are the times we are most likely to…
We all have anniversaries, yearly reminders of a specific date in our lives. It may be a good one or a really hard one, but there are days that clearly draw a line in the sand for each of us. I have a long list of both. However, today is my husband and my 24th…
“But You, O Lord, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.” Psalm 3:3 ESV Beloved Sisters, are you having a blue day, week, month or year? Are you ready to give up, cave in and/or quit the race God has set before you because you are grieving, overwhelmed, hopeless,…
#GivingTuesday is a day to support non-profits and charities. We are asking you to prayerfully consider donating to Choosing Him Ministries this year. We have been extremely blessed this year and we are so grateful for the opportunities we have been given to share God’s love and to partner with women in their calling.…
When I was younger, I enjoyed anything artsy. I loved music, I tinkered around with drawing and I wrote about things that touched me. Just like then, sometimes now, when I am sad God gives me the greatest words. Well, to me they are (wink). I think it is His way of encouraging me. I…
I love the Waze app on my phone. I love it because I am pretty bad with all things geography and that disability usually creeps into directions. Waze has bailed me out many times and I have learned to always, always follow the Waze lady’s directions. Under no circumstances should I ever deviate from…
“If I could just get through this situation, then I’d have joy.” “When I get this done, I’ll be at peace.” “When all of this is over, I’ll feel fulfilled.” Ever felt that way? I have, but we don’t have to wait until everything is just right to walk in peace, joy and fulfillment; we…
P.U.S.H. (Pray and Praise Until Something Happens)! What do you do in times of trouble or spiritual warfare when the enemy is attacking you, your health, your family, your marriage and your finances? During these times, do you murmur, complain, have pity parties, temper tantrums, get angry, bitter or get depressed? Second Corinthians 10:4…
Meet Daphne Stephens!! “I am very passionate about the word of God, intercessory prayer, serving others, educating children, making disciples, being Justin, Joseph, Joshua (my three sons; 32, 29, 23) and my students biggest cheerleader!I was born and raised in Miami, Florida; moved to Atlanta at the age of 19; married at the age of…
It started as one request. Could I replace the living room curtains in the church mission house? Before answering I needed to voice my concern over the need to replace everything in the entire house, not just the living room curtains. It was like walking into the ‘80s – green and burgundy sofa and all.…