The Ripple Effect: The Power of Simple Encouragement

The Ripple Effect: The Power of Simple Encouragement

The Ripple Effect: The Power of Simple Encouragement “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”   – 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)   Think about what happens when you toss a pebble into a calm pond. That small, seemingly...
Keeping God First: The Foundation of a Joyful Life

Keeping God First: The Foundation of a Joyful Life

Keeping God First: The Foundation of a Joyful Life “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”   – Matthew 6:33 (ESV)   Over the past several weeks, we’ve explored various aspects of living a joyful and...
Cultivating Joy: Practices for a Joyful Life

Cultivating Joy: Practices for a Joyful Life

Cultivating Joy: Practices for a Joyful Life “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (ESV)   Joy is something we all desire, but it’s not always easy...
Encouraging Joy in Daily Life: Finding Beauty

Encouraging Joy in Daily Life: Finding Beauty

Encouraging Joy in Daily Life: Finding Beauty “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 (ESV)   Life has a way of pulling us in a thousand different directions. Between work, family responsibilities, and the endless...