The word "overcome" is an interesting word, isn't it? It can relay two different meanings depending on its usage. If we overcome (intransitive verb) something, we defeat it, conquer it, prevail. We succeed in dealing with a problem or difficulty. Alternatively, if we are overcome (transitive verb) by something, we are consumed, overwhelmed, overpowered, moved. The sense of being overcome is of an emotional state rather than an action. Infertility is a type of suffering that can overcome us, or we can overcome it. Are you unsure where you stand in your infertility journey? The natural fruits of the state of your heart will look something like this: To Be Overcome by Infertility … [Read more...]
A Prayer for the Woman Without a Baby This Christmas
Dear Lord, Above all else at Christmastime, in humility I thank you for willingly coming down from your heavenly throne to walk among us. Thank you for opening the door to freedom and salvation through your life, death, and resurrection, Jesus. Thank you for loving your people so deeply that you have chosen to show us the way to your kingdom. Father, you know my heart's longing to be a mother. You know the pain and emptiness I feel, especially around the holidays. I ask that you strengthen my heart, Lord. Open my eyes to see the gracious gifts you have lavished upon me, and increase the gratitude in my heart. Lord, equip me to resist the lies that you don't love me, or that you love … [Read more...]
Praying for the Prodigals
When I was younger, I remember briefly hearing about the "Prodigal Son." The story never resonated with me, and I incorrectly thought the term "prodigal" was synonymous with the favorite, perfect, can-do-no-wrong child. It wasn't until I put my faith in Jesus Christ and studied the Parable of the Prodigal Son (a.k.a. "Lost Son" in some versions) that I came to the correct understanding. I was once a Prodigal, though if you ask my parents they may say otherwise. My outward actions seemed to be "normal" teenage rebellion, and at the root of it all, I was a sweet, kind, "good" girl. I had the "foundation" of Christian morals from private school and a church-going family. But my heart's … [Read more...]
My Favorite Biblical Christmas Décor & Gifts on Etsy
Can you believe the holidays are here already? It's amazing how fast the Christmas season arrives. And I admit: I get just as excited about the holiday season as I did when I was a child! One day I was searching for Biblical Christmas décor for my home on Etsy and realized I had 'favorited' 20 items (over a two hour Etsy binge). I came across so many adorable and creative items and decided I shouldn't be the only one to enjoy them! So no need to search for the best Biblical Christmas décor and gift items -- I put together the ultimate Christian Christmas list for you! Happy shopping! Wooden Nativity Sign // WorksofHeartDesignCo Advent Art Journal // … [Read more...]