by Julie McIlhatton | Sep 16, 2022 | Choosing God Instead of the World (Genesis 3), Love God Greatly Posts |
Forgiveness is really hard. As fallen humans, it is not our natural response when we are hurt by others. But without forgiveness, bitterness, hatred, and a desire for revenge can arise within us, and they are heavy burdens to carry. While forgiving others is... by Ebos Aifuobhokhan | Sep 14, 2022 | Choosing God Instead of the World (Genesis 3), Love God Greatly Posts |
“Your eyes saw me when I was inside the womb. All the days ordained for me were recorded in your scroll before one of them came into existence.” – Psalm 139:16 In Genesis 49, we see Jacob at the end of his life speaking words over his sons’ lives. These words... by Crystal Stine | Sep 12, 2022 | Choosing God Instead of the World (Genesis 3), Love God Greatly Posts |
I was mindlessly scrolling through Facebook the other day when I stopped on a video a friend had posted. She was telling a story about a time when she made the mistake of trying to clean her solid wood dining room table with a steam cleaner. To be honest, I had... by Sara Stevens | Sep 9, 2022 | Choosing God Instead of the World (Genesis 3), Love God Greatly Posts |
Today’s verses bring me both comfort and conviction. This segment of Genesis details how God brought Jacob and his family to the land of Egypt. It allows us to connect back to Genesis 15 when God told Jacob’s grandfather, Abram (Abraham), “Know for certain that your... by Lyli Dunbar | Sep 7, 2022 | Choosing God Instead of the World (Genesis 3), Love God Greatly Posts |
For almost two decades, I taught high school English and spent most of my day reading stories with teenagers. I created a handout for my students to learn the key elements of a great story. Together, we would analyze the plot, identify the key moments, and discuss... by Grace Ann Oglesby | Sep 5, 2022 | Choosing God Instead of the World (Genesis 3), Love God Greatly Posts |
I struggle with perfectionism in my flesh, and this often seeps into my relationships. For the longest time, I thought that I had to be “perfect” to be loved. Along with this belief, I thought that my friendships could be “perfect,” too. I can remember many times when...