Vibrant Relevance
Discover the Vibrant Relevance of God's Word in Your Daily Life
Tag: Encouragement
Switchbacks Lesson #1: Steadfast Endurance
In case you missed it: Here is the first post in this Series: Switchbacks: Let The Journey Begin Have you ever run on a treadmill? I heard that groan. Most people hate running on a treadmill because they feel like a hamster on a…
Switchbacks: Let the Journey Begin
“I feel like I’ve been here before…” No, I wasn’t having an episode of deja-vu, I was hiking switchbacks. It was spring break 2019, and my family and I (sans Camron who was at Iowa State) were in Arizona doing one of our very…
My 15 Minutes: You Want Me To Do What?!? (Genesis 6)
What’s something God has called you to do? Befriend someone or take a leadership position as a worship or small group leader at church? Serve in the children’s/youth ministry, go on a mission trip, run a marathon, mentor, or join a prison ministry? Or…
My 15 Minutes: The Tragic Mindset of Comparison (Genesis 4)
Comparing ourselves to others is cancer to our soul. It robs us of ambition and erodes our joy. When we’re consumed with trying to determine how we measure up to those around us, we forget we’re fearfully and wonderfully made in the likeness of…
What Is Your Strategy?
On Friday I watched my undefeated Stillwater Ponies Varsity Wrestling Team battle their way to their third state tournament appearance in three years. Their first two duals weren’t even close, nor were they expected to be. Stillwater won both by a WIDE margin. However,…
Follow Friday: Gail Sattler
Gail Sattler lives in Vancouver BC Canada, where you don’t have to shovel rain. When she’s not madly writing (Gail Sattler has over 40 published novels and novellas, plus a few works of non-fiction) she plays bass for an Elton John tribute band as…
My 15 Minutes: Let There Be Light (Genesis 1:1-2)
My 15 Minutes are my thoughts as I study God’s Word. This year one of my goals is to read through the entire Bible. As I move forward, I will share some of what God is teaching me in this experience Have you ever…
HELP! I’m Drowning
But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. “Save me, Lord!” he shouted. (Matthew 14:30) Ever have one of those moments? Oh, today I’m there. No question. This verse is a pivotal moment in
Follow Friday! Julie Holmquist
I was new to blogging. I had absolutely no idea what I was doing. I was terrified. Unsure. Insecure. Would anyone read what I’m writing? Is what I’m writing make sense? Is it worth reading? If you’re a writer, you’re intimate with these questions,…
Goal Setting Part 6: Time Management–Fast. Fluid. Flexible.
Time management is complicated. There are so many distractions, things, people, events, opportunities, and responsibilities vying for our time. Wanting, needing, demanding your attention. There are your own goals and ambitions to consider. Not to mention hobbies and the need to rest. Add in…
What I’m reading now (I’m an amazon affiliate. Clicking on this link is FREE for you and provides a commission to support this blog)
This book if bringing perpsective and focus not just into my goals and ministry, but my entire life. Profound! Easy to understand, but takes grit and determination to do. I highly recommend this book to everyone!What I’m reading now (I’m an amazon affiliate. Clicking on this link is FREE for you and provides a commission to support this blog)
