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Tag Archives: Romans 5
Let Patience Finish Its Work
Trials are never wasted in God’s hands. Discover how perseverance produces character, character produces hope, and God often does His greatest work within us. Continue reading
The Patience of God, Revisited
As we grow in Christ, we begin to reflect His patience. Discover how God’s extraordinary patience with us transforms the way we love and respond to others. Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Spiritual Growth, Walking with God
Tagged bible, Christian Living, Christianity, Faith, Forgiveness, Fruit of the Spirit, God, God's love, Grace, Grandparenting, Jesus, jesus-christ, John 8, mercy, patience, Romans 5, Romans 8, Sanctification, Spiritual Growth, Walking with God
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How We Are Defined
We spend our lives trying to define ourselves by what we’ve done—good or bad. But Scripture offers better news: we are defined by what God has done for us. Continue reading
Posted in Faith and Spiritual Growth, Identity in Christ, Walking with God
Tagged 1 John 4:19, Christian Living, Christianity, Ephesians 2, Faith, Faith & Identity, Forgiveness, God, God’s Love, Gospel Truth, Grace, Identity in Christ, Jesus, Love Your Enemies, Love Yourself like God does, Redemption, Romans 5, Self Worth, Spiritual Growth, Walking with God
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What Grows in the Quiet
What happens when God can change our situation — but doesn’t? In this reflection, I explore how unresolved prayers shift our faith from trusting God’s power to trusting His character. Sometimes the deepest growth in our lives happens not when circumstances change, but when our trust does. Continue reading
Posted in Faith and Trust, Spiritual Formation, Walking with God
Tagged Abiding in Christ, bible, Christian encouragement, Faith, faith in suffering, God, God’s Character, Jesus, Luke 22, perseverance, quiet seasons, Romans 5, Spiritual Growth, Surrender to God, The Chosen, Trust, Trust God, Trusting God, Unanswered prayer
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🧭 Does How You Spend Time Reflect What Matters Most?
A reflective look at how our time often reveals our true priorities—sometimes misaligned with what we say matters most. With a focus on faith, family, friends, and health, this blog encourages readers to recalibrate their calendars and live more intentionally. Continue reading
Posted in Christian encouragement, Christian Living, Faith and Spiritual Growth, Life reflections, Time and Priorities
Tagged bible, Christian reflection, Ecclesiastes 3, Faith, Faith first, Family and friends, Glide path to retirement, God, Jesus, Justified by faith, Life balance, Meaningful living, Midlife reflection, Priorities, Romans 5, Time Management, Work-life balance
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