Today I'd like to share what I learned about verse mapping and how to include it in your time with Jesus as we creatively study a short passage in God's word. We have been journaling through Philippians by slowing down to examine between two and four verses each day. In comparison to reading through the Bible in one year verse mapping allows you to absorb a smaller portion of God's word. I never really felt like I knew how to study the Bible but lately, I have been learning how to really go deeper into God's word. Have you heard about verse mapping? I don't know about you, but I … [Read more...]
How to Have Right Response to Sin
Do you have the right response to sin in your life? You will learn how to change the tendency to say, "I haven't sinned," into humbly living in victory. Do you go months or even years without sinning? Probably not! Chances are that you rationalize away your sin as 'mistakes' or things you did 'wrong' like I often do. We live in a society that often explains away sin as behaviors and issues that cannot be helped without medications or therapy. I'd like to ask you to take a look at Psalm 51 with me without skimming through it and seeing it as a response to God for a heinous sin that … [Read more...]
Put No Confidence in the Flesh + Video
God wants children who are confident instead of those who are confident in the flesh. He wants us to be confident in Christ! We are continuing to take a look at the book of Philippians to learn what God has to say about walking and knowing Him. For we are the circumcision, who worship by the Spirit of God and glory in Christ Jesus and put no confidence in the flesh— though I myself have reason for confidence in the flesh also. If anyone else thinks he has reason for confidence in the flesh, I have more: circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a … [Read more...]
Momentum Bible Journaling Kit Subscription Program {Review}
Have you ever considered a Bible journaling kit but froze in your tracks because you were afraid to make the wrong choice? To answer your need, I am going to give you an honest in-depth review of the Momentum Bible Journaling Kit Subscription Program. Momentum Bible Journaling is a monthly digital subscription by Tracie of Bible Journaling Ministries. When you join the program, you pay a monthly subscription fee. Currently, in 2019 it is $25 a month, or you may pay annually and save which comes to $17 a month. Although I have been Bible journaling for about three years, I have yet to … [Read more...]
Unlock the Enemy’s Lies by Renewing Your Mind
Reading your Bible and praying daily is not the same thing as when you unlock the enemy's lies by renewing your mind. Truly walking with Jesus as you start each day isn't a bing, bang, zoom and you're done kind of thing! Maybe you don't have much free time to spend with Jesus on a daily basis in the first place. You might be thinking, "Judith, you just don't understand my life!" I don't know your life. I get that. I do! But . . . I do KNOW that unless we tap into how to Unlock the Enemy's Lies (see FREE Printable at the bottom), we don't really GET what walking with Jesus is … [Read more...]
How To SOAP Your Bible Study and Experience Jesus
If you follow these instructions on how to SOAP Your Bible Study, you'll be amazed how this simple method helps you to experience Jesus in a closer more dynamic way. I floundered for years on how to study my Bible until I learned this easy-peasy method. If you are looking to go deeper with Jesus, you will love knowing how to SOAP your Bible study! If you have between 5 and 30 minutes, you can do this! Trust me, whatever your circumstances, "Yes, you can!" How To SOAP Your Bible Study Wouldn't you love to experience Jesus in a closer and more dynamic way? In my digital journaling … [Read more...]
Why You Should Rejoice In Conflict
Learning to rejoice in conflict isn't the easiest thing to do when complaining comes naturally to most of us. Today we are looking at a very encouraging passage in Philippians 3:1 as we continue finding joy through Philippians! Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you. Look out for the dogs, look out for the evildoers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh. Philippians 3:1-2 It is Hard to Rejoice in Conflict! God is telling you to rejoice even when you suffer! My dog is sweet, but that isn't true of all … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Do Nothing From Selfish Ambition
Today we are discussing how easy it is to be selfish and how to change our attitude so we do NOTHING from selfish ambition. What does it look like to do nothing from selfish ambition? Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Philippians 2:3 If I am honest with you, I don't think I really know what it is like to do NOTHING from selfish ambition. I have been so convicted as I studied these verses! How many times have I thought that my husband was being sooo selfish?! Even having the thought that another person (insert … [Read more...]
How To Bible Doodle When You Can’t Draw
Have you ever seen a Bible doodle? You know, those stick figures in childish drawings that never made it to anyone's Pinterest board?! Bible doodling is for you when you can't draw and there's not a single trace of creativity in your body. Is that you? Hang with me as I share an innovative way for the non-artistic-wannabe-artist to meditate and worship with God. The Non-Artist in You wants to Create Do you ever scroll through your Pinterest feed and have gorgeous Bible journaling art jump out at you? That happens to me all. the. time. You might not have the ability to draw or … [Read more...]
How To Get Your Focus Off this World
When you get your focus off this world, it is like walking down the road on stilts and falling because your eyes stray to the crowd. You are no longer keeping your eyes on Jesus! There are 3 important guideposts on your path that will keep your focus off the world and all its lures. If you have ever faltered like someone walking on stilts, focusing on these three things will keep you on track. 1. Get Your Focus Off This World Read: Luke 12:22-34 (hover to read) Even though the Bible often tells you not to be anxious, if you are like me, you worry more than you want to admit. As … [Read more...]
How To Make the Most of Your Morning
Did you know that the most successful people get a tremendous amount of things done early in the morning? I want to help you make the most of your morning but you might be surprised at how you can do this! You might be a mom with littles hanging onto your leg or on the other hand, you might be a business-woman looking for ways to maximize your early mornings to set you up for success. It doesn't matter which side of the spectrum you fall on, this is for you! What I am going to share with you will transform your day as you get your mornings on track. The Most Picture Perfect … [Read more...]
3 Excellent Reasons for Pursuing Holiness
Pursuing God and living in holiness doesn't mean you are perfect. Learn the reasons and how you can live in perfection although you are imperfect! SO that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God. Philippians 1:10-11 How To Live Blameless for the Day of Christ First of all, I'll calm your worries and say that pursuing blameless living for the day of Christ does not mean that we live perfectly! Phew! What it means is that we hate our sin … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Neglect Time with God
How is it so easy to neglect time with God when you have every intention of being faithful to your quiet time? I can make a list of things to do each day and even a schedule but it never really works. I can't keep to a schedule that fits neatly into half-hour time slots let alone hour slots. My day goes more by a routine that starts when I get up. There are so many extra things that just don't make it onto a list that I do each day that is part of my routine and these things can postpone and keep me from my quiet time. When my children were growing up, I HAD to spend time with … [Read more...]
When Your Health Fails Where is Your Strength? + Video
Have you ever thought ahead and imagined a time when your health fails? There is no guarantee that you will always be healthy and so today I am asking you a question. Today we are looking at just one verse in Psalm 18 to see what God is saying to us. I looked at the English Standard Version (ESV) and the New Living Translation and found that I loved both verses for the words used to convey what the psalmist was saying as he penned the Words through the Holy Spirit. You can compare both verses below. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion … [Read more...]
4 Amazing Ways Friends Complete Your Joy
Friends will complete your joy because the mind of Christ is being formed in them as well as in you. When you are a believer and so are your friends, it will bring a commonality that will enrich you and overflow your joy whenever you think of them. How is that? Sometimes my friend aggravates me! Take a look at these two verses from the first chapter of Philippians. They are part of a prayer that Paul is praying over his friends in Philippi. (Philippians 1:1-11) And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. It is right … [Read more...]
