According to the Bible, knowledge and wisdom are indispensable qualities to possess in our lives. Knowledge is acquaintance with facts, truths or principles but wisdom takes these facts and truths and couples them with discernment, just judgement and insight. Wisdom cannot exist without knowledge, but knowledge can be void of wisdom. In this age of… Continue reading Knowledge speaks but wisdom listens
Author: Diane Marie Mitchell
God Gives Beauty for Ashes
Isaiah 61:3 and provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of… Continue reading God Gives Beauty for Ashes
Rejoice, Pray, Give Thanks – This is God’s will for you
Have you ever asked yourself, “What is God’s will for my life?” Where should I go to school? Where should I live? Should I take that job? Does God want me to adopt? Is it wise to spend money on a European vacation or should it go into my child’s college fund? …..and the list… Continue reading Rejoice, Pray, Give Thanks – This is God’s will for you
Overcoming the Strongholds of Insecurity with Faith
Every woman I have ever met exudes confidence in at least one area of her life while falling prey to insecurities in another area of her life. For example, I have been insecure in a relationship to the point of embarrassment while at the same time feeling confident in my career. When something comes naturally… Continue reading Overcoming the Strongholds of Insecurity with Faith
Overcoming Loneliness with Faith
I heard on the news the other day that our country is experiencing a loneliness epidemic, and our technology advancements have been contributing to this widespread feeling of isolation. Our smart Phones, Facebook, Instagram and twitter accounts have redefined how our generation communicates with each other. People are using their phones more to connect through… Continue reading Overcoming Loneliness with Faith
Facing your Goliath with Faith
Is there a situation in your life that is so challenging or heartbreaking that you are tempted to doubt God and His ability to work out a plan for your good? If so, please raise your hand. My hands are up and waving in the air. This past year I faced my biggest giant of… Continue reading Facing your Goliath with Faith
Confident Jesus is walking beside me
One of my favorite things to do is walk with a friend. I walk with my neighbor, Dede, several times a week down a dirt path that is is accessible from our neighborhood. This path is high up on the hill and runs parallel to the valley below us. Our conversation flows as our feet… Continue reading Confident Jesus is walking beside me
Confident in the Power of the Holy Spirit
There is so much power in the Holy Spirit! We are really missing out on this life-giving power when we rely on ourselves and pay little or no attention to the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 says: May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that… Continue reading Confident in the Power of the Holy Spirit
Confident in my father’s love
I have been thinking a lot lately about how important it is for me to believe with all my heart that God loves me during this most difficult time in my life. If you have been reading my blog posts lately, you know that since November I have experienced the death of my sister, the… Continue reading Confident in my father’s love
Resilience Part 3: Focusing on Heaven
I find there is no better motivation to be resilient during times of loss, abandonment and pain than focusing on heaven. Heaven is where I’ll meet God face to face. Heaven is where I will be safe from harm because I’ll finally be home where my soul is destined to be. Heaven is so important… Continue reading Resilience Part 3: Focusing on Heaven