Dear Friends,

Maybe life is heavy and hard for you. Maybe it’s mundane … or fantastic.

Wherever we find ourselves — whatever the mess, regularity, or delight — God deserves our praise! And amazingly, our spirits rise when we exalt Him.

We praise the Lord for what He’s done, and we worship Him for who He is.

Have you ever heard this distinction?

I’m unsure exactly where I heard it from, but I feel pretty certain I learned this truth from my husband. And it provides helpful clarity.

Please join me in considering the joy of praise.

I struggled to determine a topic for this episode, and then the Lord brought it all together. He’s so faithful to provide messages for me to share. And it truly delights me to teach about Miriam, the sister of Moses and Aaron, along with five ways to praise the Lord.

A couple of the ways might be new to you.

Each one comes straight from God’s Word, and all of them can be implemented in ordinary life. They will help you dwell on God’s wonders, sharpening your focus on Him and His incredible works. I feel uplifted again as I recall the Spirit’s leading while I presented these truths.

So please find a few quiet moments, settle in a comfy spot, and tune in.

Welcome Scripture into another intersection with daily life. Open your heart to our Heavenly Father, who is conforming you “to the image of His Son” (Romans 8:29, NASB). And let the praises flow.

Now to Him who is able to do exceeding abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20-21

In Christ’s Love,

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Dear Friends,

I wasn’t planning to record this message when I did. But after reading my Bible, I developed a desire to do so. Then, the Lord encouraged me as I taught. I love the way He works.

Romans 7:6 reads,

But now we have been delivered from the law, having died to what we were held by, so that we should serve in the newness of the Spirit and not in the oldness of the letter.

That phrase, “serve in the newness of the Spirit,” captured my attention. So instead of forcing myself to plod through the list in my planner, I decided to move in the most inspiring direction: creating this video.

Perhaps you need encouragement because life hurts.

I understand because I’ve been there. In fact, in the early morning hours before I recorded this message, tears burst onto my face.

Maybe you’re dealing with a spirit of heaviness that you can’t escape.

If so, please take time to watch this video. Or even just listen. Because the Lord will lift your spirit as you look to Him and His Word.

He’s just that good.

Thanks for being here — I surely do appreciate you. And may the Lord speak to you in marvelous ways that resonate deeply.

In Christ’s Love,

P.S Are you reading Closer to God? Praise the Lord, it’s receiving great reviews. And when it gains 50 on Amazon, it can reach more readers. I’d be so grateful for your help. Thanks!

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Dear Friends,

I wrestled with whether to publish this video. Because the more I considered it, the main point of the message seemed like a no-brainer. Like really, of course you should speak up in the type of situation presented.

But then I received feedback on another platform.

One of my YouTube viewers commented about how much this message meant to them. Wow. I was blessed and encouraged. Glory to God! And I was emboldened to move forward with sharing the video with you today.

Do you struggle with fear and timidity?

This message is for you. But even if you don’t find it difficult to speak up, Acts 23 holds truth for all to contemplate.

May the Holy Spirit speak to you through this obscure biblical account.

He knows what each of us needs and when. God’s Word contains treasures for us to discover daily, and I pray that this podcast episode will resonate in all the right places.

To God be the glory forever and ever!

In Christ’s Love,

P.S Are you reading Closer to God? Praise the Lord, it’s receiving great reviews. And when it gains 50 on Amazon, it can reach more readers. I’d be so grateful for your help. Thanks!

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