A quiet place for weekly devotionals, honest stories, and Scripture-rooted encouragement for trusting God in everyday life.
I Refuse
..to allow my child's negative attitude bring mine down to their level. ..to participate with fear when it whispers into my ear. ..to give worry any seat at my party when I know God holds my future in His capable hands. ..to withhold forgiveness from those who don't deserve it. ..to filter life through a...
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A Test? Surprise!
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 1 Peter 4:12 (ESV) Do you find yourself surprised when our faith seems to be tested? Really, are you ever surprised? I am and I'm guessing you are, too. But...
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Not Responsible
When others choose, we are not responsible. Make sense? Is that an eye-opening statement or is it common sense to you? We cannot control other people. Everyone makes their own choices. That includes your children. When they are small, or still under your roof, you guide them to the right choices, giving them consequences when...
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Mommy-hood
Moms are the most underpaid, under acknowledged, under revered bunch. Not only do we grow humans from within our bodies, we grow them in our hearts. Children, whether natural or adopted, are extensions of ourselves. We ache when they cry. We rejoice when they laugh. We cry when they fail. I can remember my eldest....
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Sometimes Saying Nothing
But Jesus said nothing, much to Pilate's surprise. Mark 15:5 When Jesus was before Pilate, He answered some questions, but He did not give a speech, defending himself. He didn't dive into a tirade, justifying His actions. Jesus knew what He needed to do, and said only what was necessary. Do you talk too much? Often defend your honorable intentions? Sometimes we do. Talk too much. For example with children, we explain ourselves WAY too often. Yes, offer an appropriate explanation, but you never need to defend yourself as a...
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Following God When Asked
By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place that he was to receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going. Hebrews 11:8 ESV Has God directed you a certain way, but you're not sure why? Has God asked you to go a certain way, but you're not sure where? Trusting God while walking in darkness takes guts. We're talking seriously strong guts. Trusting someone we cannot see for a direction we are not sure where? Are you crazy? Yep. You?...
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Paying for our sins
Easter weekend is a precious time, remembering how our Lord suffered and died for us. Remembering his death matters as He was without sin. But we are not. Put yourself there with the others. Read this post from three years ago. http://amylinnea.com/2018/03/31/last-day/ This weekend, may we be reminded how very much Jesus loves us. Enough...
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Canceling The Devil
Ever think about this: the devil knows he's lost. He's going to do everything he possibly can to take you down with him. Doesn't care if you're a Christian. If the devil can keep you down and depressed, full of fear or self-pity, you'll infect those around you for him. For the devil. Living for yourself, you place a tally on the devil's side. Score one for him! Is it worth it? Are those justified feelings of anger, self-pity, or revenge worth letting the devil have a point? Nope. Helps...
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Letting the Children Grow Up
As moms, we pour into our children our very lives. Sacrificing our bodies, minds, and emotions for their well-being. Rarely are we thanked or fully appreciated. Sure, we have moments of redemption, but let's face it: motherhood is a sacrifice. We sacrifice for them. For those little people who either came from our bodies or grew within our hearts. Only when they become parents will they even begin to realize our sacrifice. But that's ok, because that's our job. As kids grow older, our relationship changes. We can do anything...
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Succumbing to Temptation
Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. James 4:7 Not only does Satan want to silence your witness, he also wishes to crush your very existence. He always begins small. Tiny. Almost unnoticeable. Look at this sinful site. That wasn't so bad. Do it again. And before you know it, you're craving that sin. You've even rationalized it's acceptance in your life. It's now no big deal. Happens with lying, cheating, gossiping, stealing - you name the sin, it generally starts small. How...
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Targeted Trusting
In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me? Psalm 56:4 Is your view of God colored by your circumstances? Do you praise Him in the raindrops or just in the sunshine? Do you trust Him only when smoothly sailing through life or do you trust Him still when your path remains dark? Do you acknowledge His sovereignty when your plans fall apart? Do you obey Him even when you feel lost? Jesus kept trusting in His Father's...
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Refuge and Strength
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way; though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Psalm 46:1-3 This Psalm depicts absolute dire circumstances. The earth gives way. The earth literally moves away. The mountains are moved into the sea. Tall giant mountains are now in the water. The water surrounds, causing the mountain to tremble. Real calamity. But yet,...
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