Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 20, 2025

Bandwagon Gospel

“Some, to be sure, are preaching Christ even from envy and strife, but some also from goodwill; the latter do it out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel; the former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition rather than from pure motives, thinking that they are causing me distress in my imprisonment. What then? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed, and in this I rejoice.” Philippians 1:15-18

If you’re a hardcore sports fan (of any sport), you likely have a team or teams that you support through thick and thin—the winning seasons and the losing ones. In fact, one of your biggest pet peeves are people in your town who are fair-weathered fans. When times are good, these bandwagon devotees are all onboard, sporting team colors and bragging about “their” favorite players.

Not sure if you’ve noticed recently, but there seems to be lot of cultural icons today (musicians, actors, influencers) who are “speaking” Christianese and claiming to be Christ-followers. For example, I think about Easter Sunday’s “Night of Praise” special per American Idol. A little over half of the performances touted Christian praise songs…and although I only watched a few of the performances via YouTube, it was enough for me to see some cultural headliners (and much of the audience) raising their hands in worship. I also think of the rapper Eminem and his newest album lifting up the name of Jesus (after lifting up the darkness for so long). Of course we can’t ignore Russell Brand, who can’t go too long talking about any subject (no matter which podcast he’s a guest on) without speaking of the transformative power of the Lord in his life—and on anyone who’d accept Jesus.

Friend, we could have long discussions about the “validity” of what’s happening in the culture—is it revival? Or is it a marketing ploy because there is money to be made? Are those raised hands a joyful surrender to the Lord or a powerful pose for the camera? Although I can be quite skeptical, I cannot judge the heart, mind, and soul of anyone else (or can you)—that’s God’s job (Isaiah 33:22; Psalm 50:6; John 5:22-23; Romans 2:1-16).

But I’ll tell you what I will do: Rejoice! You may be thinking, “Say what?” Well, I’m simply responding in alignment with the Apostle Paul, as he wrote to the church in Philippi. See, there was some heated talk around the local church about some people preaching Christ with nefarious motives. They were promoting the gospel out of “envy and strife” (Philippians 1:17), be it for money, fame, ambition—possibly even to emotionally/psychologically kick Paul while he was down and in prison. But his perspective was, “Bring it on!” “In every way,” Paul says, “whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed; and in this I rejoice. Yes, and I will rejoice” (1:18).

So as this or that famous (or slightly famous or used-to-be famous) person “comes out” as a Christian, performing in a seemingly Christian film or dropping a “God” song, I’ll try not to roll my eyes or shake my head.* Nope, I’ll follow Paul’s lead…and simply rejoice.

“Jesus, You are Lord and Savior! In Your Sovereignty, may the truth of the Good News be heard, received, and transformational. However, You see fit to do so.”

For His Glory

Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

 

*It must be noted that these proclamations in song, script, or interview must be vetted for Gospel truth and not heretical twists (2 Peter 2:1; Acts 17:11).

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 19, 2025

More Like Him & Less Like Me

“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness and patience, bearing with one another and , if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive,  and above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.”  Colossians 3:12-14 (ESV)

Before I lay my head on the softest pillow ever and drift off to sleep, I’m staring at my clothes hanging on the rack trying to decide what to wear.  You see if I don’t make this decision at night it will take me forever to decide in the morning.  Why?  I’m not really sure… but I could stand and stare at those clothes, touch and feel them and then hang them right back up. And that sweet friends is why I make the choice before the rush of early dawn.

While there are a lot of optional clothing choices to make every day, the most important spiritual choice we face is to live as God’s chosen, holy and beloved children.  Yes, it’s a choice we make from the moment we open our eyes until we lay our head to rest.  It’s an intentional, deliberate decision to “put” on His character.  That’s right sweet friends it requires action on our part to  showcase His love to our world versus zero in on self. So much easier to allow “me” to rule over my actions, reactions, words, thoughts and feelings.  It’s our natural default, and we don’t even have to think too hard about it.

Choosing to reflect God to our world is the most beautiful way to clothe  ourselves. Filled with deep compassion for those who are suffering births hope and encouragement.  Gentle words rather than loud, harsh rebukes draws others in rather than pushing them away. Removing the blinders and seeing ourselves in light of our sinfulness release us from pride and arrogance.  Purposefully choosing to be level headed and even tempered in the midst of a heated battle always serves us well.  And then there’s that patience thing – you know waiting for a long time and not being annoyed, remaining calm, enduring the unpleasant whether it’s for us or someone else’s benefit.  Wow patience is definitely not easy.  Graciously releasing others for the wrongs they’ve done to us cultivates a grateful heart for the forgiveness God has extended to us.  And the one thing that holds it all together is love – God’s love interweaves all our differences into one body moving in perfect harmony.

While the decision to live as God’s chosen rest on us, the power to reflect God rest on His filling.  As His children, we have the Holy Spirit living within us to teach, guide, lead and empower us to rise above self and reflect Him. Sweet friends this is why I make the choice before the rush of early dawn to be more like Him and less like me. And for those moments when the old me rises to the surface, I’m thankful for His never-ending mercy and grace.

“Father, our world is desperately seeking You even if they don’t realize it. Nothing will satisfy, no one can take Your place.  Help us to shine Your light in the darkness and draw others to Your saving grace.”

 

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 16, 2025

Standing On Truth

aug 8“Don’t be afraid, but keep on speaking and don’t be silent.  For I am with you….”  Acts 18:9b-10a (ESV)

Takes courage to stand on truth….takes nothing to join in with the crowd.  Takes strength to persevere for claiming truth….takes nothing to stay silent.  Easy to avoid tough subjects……hard to tackle convictions.  Takes love to share truth when hate relishes preferences.

Paul was a man who boldly defied God’s truth.  He was the ring leader in driving out those who claimed Jesus was the Son of God.  He fought hard, tough and diligently to ensure what he had been taught silenced these Jesus followers.  Standing among the crowd, Paul watched the stoning of Stephen and later ravaged the church sending men and women to prison. He had no sympathy, grace or compromise on his perceived truth until he had an encounter with God on the road to Damascus.  In the presence of God’s light, Paul finally realized the truth and he never looked back. An unbelievable transformation from Jesus hater to passionate Jesus follower.

Despite beatings, hardships, shipwreck, and imprisonment, Paul didn’t stray from the truth. The once ring leader of persecution had become the life others sought to extinguish.  Over and over again, Paul shared his conversion story and none without the painting of who he once was.  He was no longer devoted to tradition, a gathering or a religion – Paul was committed to His God.  He stood firmly and courageously.  He persevered and never chose silence.  Paul tackled the tough stuff filled with God’s grace and love.  He surrendered to the hard, narrow road rather than revert back to the preferences he once held dear.

What truths are we standing on?  Are we willing to boldly proclaim God’s truth and set aside our preferences?  What do we truly believe?  And if we don’t know what we believe are we willing to make a commitment to dive deep into God’s words so we can grasp His truths? And the ultimate question:  what will we do with what we know?

Love the way God ministered to Paul and encouraged him to not be afraid.  I believe He says the same to us:  “Keep speaking and sharing the truth; don’t be silent.  For I am with you.”

“Father, we are never more beautiful than when we proclaim the truths of Your word.  Help us to courageously stand firm and graciously draw others closer to You.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 15, 2025

When Someone Is On Your Last Nerve

“Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry.” – Ephesians 4:26 NLT   “Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent.” – Psalm 4:4 NLT

I’m like some other women, maybe you. I tend to suffer indignities silently, especially when the offending person has good intentions. Secretly, I congratulate myself on my “patience” with them when what I’m actually doing is avoiding the problem. I say, “Well, that’s just how she (he) is.” The offense may happen time after time. Then one day, it’s like someone throws a switch, and I’m full-blown furious. How did that happen?

Did your loving husband ever get on your nerves? Did your sweet kids ever set you off? Did your boss or a friend ever take you for granted and push you until you were hanging on by your fingernails? Then you know what I’m talking about. Minor, and sometimes major offenses build up until we just…can’t…take it…anymore.

If you confide in a Christian friend and ask for prayer to be able to handle your emotions, she is likely to quote the last part of Ephesians 4:26: “Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry.” (I still laugh at the memory of what I thought as a child when I first heard that verse. I wondered how anyone could control the sun and not let it go down. As an adult, I understand this means not to go to bed nursing your anger.)

It’s easy to quote that memorable line, but we neglect the first part of the verse: “And don’t sin by letting anger control you.” Paul was quoting Psalm 4:4 when he wrote that, and for most of us, that is more easily understood. “Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent.” Excellent advice. Anger is not the sin; it’s how you handle it. So, after thinking and praying about it overnight, what do we do?

Rather than suppressing anger as some magazine articles recommend (exercise, yoga, etc.), the Bible emphasizes responding properly. James 1:19-20 advises us to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. James is describing a conversation here with the one who has offended us, or the one we have offended. Talking with your emotions under control is easier before the anger builds up until you think it’s unmanageable. Bringing up the subject isn’t easy, but it’s the best way to clear the air. Enter into it with prayer. Speak wisely and make sure Jesus is part of the conversation. Don’t be discouraged; even if the situation doesn’t get resolved the way you want it, it’s never too late for God to help you forgive and heal your anger.

“Father, anger is a difficult emotion for us to deal with, but you’ve programmed us for anger for a reason. Help us to use it wisely, to be slow to speak, quick to listen, and eager to understand. And Lord, please be present in the solutions.” 

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Cherie Harbridge Williams
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 14, 2025

Captive Thoughts

“For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ, being ready to punish every disobedience when your obedience is complete.” (2 Corinthians 10: 4-5, ESV)

My husband likes to watch documentaries about World War II.  I’m amazed how anyone survived the war, considering how they fought in those days. Or that anyone survived once captured by the enemy. As captives, their freedom was completely controlled by their captors. They didn’t have free movement to walk around, eat, or sleep. They could only do what they were allowed by the ones in control.

When Paul is writing this passage to the church in Corinthians, he is imploring them to take their thoughts captive – to make every thought a prisoner to Christ.

Just like a prisoner doesn’t have free reign of their life – our thoughts should not have free reign in our mind (and ultimately control our lives). Unhealthy thoughts and perceptions that contradict the true knowledge and nature of God are the strongholds he’s referring to. We cannot battle these thoughts by carnal methods -which was what the Corinthian Christians relied on. Methods such as manipulation, images of success, smooth words, and perceptions of power.

In Ephesians 6, Paul lists the spiritual weapons we are to use. To rely on these weapons requires us to have faith in God (not in ourselves).

At any moment, a thought can pop into your head and that thought can evoke feelings that can lead you to do things against God’s will for your life. It can be hard to let go of thinking that values the things of this world but with Jesus, it can be done.

Most of our thoughts are triggered by past life experiences, and the harder our lives have been the easier the negative thoughts may flow. But even if we’ve had a perfect life – the enemy is still “seeking whom he may devour” (1 Peter 5:8). Always ready to pounce by speaking an untruth into our mind.

Eve is a perfect example of this. She had not experienced heartache – she only knew a perfect life with God. Yet, the enemy spoke and caused her to doubt God. Instead of stopping the thought of “did God really say,” Eve gave it freedom in her mind which led to feelings of insecurity. As a result, she acted in disobedience. She chose to believe a snake over God.

Eve didn’t have the luxury of going back to the printed Word and challenging her thoughts with truth (taking them captive) – but we do. Ladies fight with truth!

“Father, thank You that we do not have to be helpless victims of our thoughts. Help us to choose to stop our thoughts and filter them through the truth of Your Word.”

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Laura Holmes    (www.ephraimministries.org)
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 13, 2025

Lamentable Choices

“Then the word of the Lord came to Samuel, saying, “I regret that I have made Saul king, because he has turned back from following Me and has not carried out My commands.”  1 Samuel 15:10-11a

I’d always scratched my head at the verses in 1 Samuel where the Lord said that He “regretted” His action to make Saul king over Israel (1 Samel 15: 10-11; 35). Did God make a mistake in judgment?! Did He not know that Saul would turn out to disobey Him and grow prideful? No! God is Sovereign. And He never changes His mind—He always does what He says (Numbers 23:19). Moreover, God doesn’t “try” (whether said trying leads to success or failure) because His will always comes to pass. So, why does Scripture clearly say, “the Lord regretted?”

Then I got to thinking…sometimes you and I have to make a hard decision. We know it’s the best thing to do—but we also know it will be hurtful, either to ourselves or another. And even though it’s the right course of action, given the definitive or potential negative outcome, we are sad about it. For example, when our child is sick or injured, we know full well that the medical treatment may be incredibly painful for him or her…and, in some sense, we regret that the child has to endure it. But the necessary action is taken. It must be, because it will ultimately lead to the best result: healing. Yet we lament. Or maybe it’s a drug-addicted loved one. Although they beg for money to feed their demon, we refuse to enable them. Best choice? Absolutely! Regretful? Yup. After all, because of our “no,” they may go down a dangerous, even deadly, path to get their fix. And we lament. We also pray for rock bottom, so they will—ultimately—look up for rescue.

So, even we, mere mortals, can see situations where “good” decisions are still regrettable and lamentable. Even when we clearly know the ultimate purpose. Now let’s extrapolate this limited reality to our limitless King…which we can’t actually do. See, we are not God. God’s thoughts and ways are much, much higher than ours (Isaiah 55:8-9). And His emotions are immensely more complex than we can possibly wrap our little brains around. In His Sovereignty, God always acts according to His glory and good pleasure (Isaiah 46:9-10; Philippians 2:12-13; Hebrews 13:21)—and for our ultimate good (Romans 8:28-29).

What a precious realization from this Scripture! God knew exactly who Saul was and what he’d do (and not do). The course of history, though, was perfectly planned and executed by our Lord. Yet in His kindness and love for His people, He lamented (regretted). Friend, when our circumstances seem out of control, and we question the “why” in it all, let’s remember there is a good purpose for us, although it doesn’t make sense at the moment. Our situation may currently be lamentable, but we serve a Good God who made us and loves us…and whose perfect will always glorifies Him.

“Lord, thank You for being my Good, Good Father, loving me relentlessly and purposing my life for Your glory. Even when my limited perspective cannot see beyond the current pain, may I trust Your plan.”

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Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 12, 2025

Stronger Than Ever

“And Jesus returned in the power of the Spirit to Galilee, and a report about Him went out through all the surrounding country.”  Luke 4:14 (ESV)

Challenges and trials totally zap our strength.  Way too many examples here…I’m sure we can all relate.  The work deadline which keeps us awake at night calculating how we can get it all accomplished.  The prodigal child missing from our dinner table leaving us empty and fearful.  The dreaded test results from the doctor leaving us speechless.  Moments when our mind races ahead, stalls and even becomes forgetful. Overload manifested physically, mentally and emotionally.

Wonder what that would have looked like in the life of Jesus?  Luke 3 unveils the beautiful moment when John baptizes Jesus in the Jordan. The Holy Spirit descends on Jesus like a dove and God proclaims, “You are my beloved Son.  I take delight in You!”  Sweetest words to One who at age 30 is beginning His public ministry.

And right when all seemed glorious, Jesus is led by the Spirit into the wilderness for 40 days to be tempted by the Devil.  Talk about mental, physical and spiritual exhaustion.  Jesus battles the enemy of His soul with the Word of God and emerges victorious – not a single slip.  And when the Devil finally departed, Jesus returned to Galilee in the Power of the Spirit.

Now lets’ just be real here friends – how many times do we land empowered at the end of intense temptation, trials and challenges?  I’m more like totally depleted, vulnerable and weak.  But I love the way the Spirit empowered Jesus  to keep moving forward – to not give up when ministry got hard and unbearable.  Love the way Jesus didn’t allow the fear of the one trying to silence Him to derail God’s plan for His life.  With boldness Jesus taught in the synagogues, met rejection and hostility in His hometown of Nazareth, rebuked an unclean demon, healed the sick and stayed on track with God’s purpose (Luke 4:43). How?  He was empowered by the Spirit.

As believers, we have access to this same “dynamic” power (Holy Spirit) living and breathing within us.  When we choose to fight our battles with the Word of God and remain diligent in defeating the enemy’s schemes, we can emerge stronger than ever. Resisting the urge to depend on self, we are more than conquerors in His power and might.  And the lessons we will learn will prove crucial to our spiritual growth, ministry and God’s divine plans.

None of us are immune from feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and on the brink of giving up.  So take heart dear one, don’t allow the enemy to silence your future.  Dig in deep to God’s word.  Stay connected to godly counsel.  Avoid the mindless chatter of defeat, doom and despair.  Recall His faithfulness and depend on His power to birth victory even in the midst of your toughest battle.

“Father, You take great delight in our total dependence on You.  Despite the trials, temptations and struggles we may face, You have overcome the world. We will win as long as we tap into Your endless power.”

 

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 9, 2025

When Sin Breaks Our Heart

“My eyes shed streams of tears, because people do not keep your law.”  Psalm 119:136 (ESV)

As a timid middle schooler, I remember the day my best friend moved away.  Leaving had never been on my radar.  All my family lived within miles of each other. Staying is what we did. The very thought of someone I loved not being present in my life was too much for this seventh grader to endure.  So, the tears began to fall and did they ever fall.  I thought I would never stop crying.

Fast forward to adulthood, and I admit there have been many tear-stained days.  Some over silly misunderstandings. Some over broken hearts.  Some over tear-jerker movies.  Some over personal defeats.  Some over deep losses. Some over nothing at all.

Keeping it real here – one thing is certain few tears were shed by me because others failed to honor God’s word.  Interesting how we choose other routes rather than sorrow.  Easier to judge others’ actions.  Easier to gossip about others. Sadly it’s ever so tempting to relish in the consequences others experience from walking flagrantly in disobedience rather than be broken over their sin.

As I’ve journeyed through Psalm 119 this year, the imagery in verse 136 convicts my spirit.  Streams of tears isn’t exactly a quick cry. Webster defines stream as a steady succession – a continuous supply – an unbroken current.  And that word current reminds us it is the swiftest part of a stream. The psalmist wasn’t simply crying and wiping away his tears.  He was deeply sorrowful over others’ sins.

Wonder how long it’s been since we shed streams of tears because people are far from God?

What does that look like in our family, at work and in our church?

Brokenness over sin versus judgment holds the potential to draw others back to God.  Brokenness over sin removes the blinders over our own sin. Brokenness fosters humility, grace and restoration.  Brokenness causes us to pivot and reexamine disobedience from the eyes of God.

If the psalmist’s streams of tears were ever flowing, I can only imagine how the heart of God breaks over His creation’s disobedience.  Why?  Because He knows obedience positions us for His blessings, protection and glory.

Sweet friends, this week we will encounter many occasions to witness our sins in full bloom. We will watch as others turn their backs on God.  So rather than default to excusing or judging, let’s do the hard thing – allow our sin and others’ sin to birth genuine sorrow.  Crying out to our God who welcomes repentance and forgives all our sins.

Father, break our hearts for what breaks Yours.  Help us to view sin from your perspective and release our tendency to judge, gossip and relish in the sin of others.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 8, 2025

A Look At Psalm 46

“… though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.”  Psalm 46:2b-3

If you were writing an epic scene for a disaster film, could it get any more epic than that? Picture the black, heavy clouds being tossed about in the skies, mountains crumbling into the sea and the resulting tsunami, so monumental that as the foaming water surges against the remaining mountains, the mountains shudder. Can you imagine the terror of those who are there to endure the horror?

But back up to the strength shown in verses 1-2a:

God is our refuge and strength,

an ever-present help in trouble.

Therefore we will not fear…

What a contrast. It’s a contrast greater than black and white, greater even than life and death. It’s the contrast of the power of the Almighty God versus the god of the world, Satan.

If I have a choice, I won’t be around when that happens, but if I am, I want to have the words of the Psalm etched into my heart and the Spirit of God in control of my destiny.

The rest of the Psalm, beginning with verse 4, seems to shut the door on all of that violence and brings us to a totally different reality with startling suddenness:

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,

the holy place where the Most High dwells.

God is within her, she will not fall;

God will help her at break of day.

 

Keep reading to verse 10, where He invites us to

“Be still, and know that I am God.”

 

The God of terrible power, who will bring all things to an end in judgment, stoops down to lovingly still our hearts and introduce Himself to us personally.

 

There is no god like our God!

 

“Father, our human minds are not capable of totally understanding Your fierce power, nor Your tender mercy toward us. We thank You for both; that You are God, and You have us in Your hand.”

 

For His Glory

 

Cherie Williams
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | May 7, 2025

Spring Cleaning

“Restore to me the joy of your salvation   and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.”  Psalm 51:12 (NIV)

It is springtime and that means time for spring cleaning in our house! I love to clean and decorate and rearrange and make things feel fresh and new. We keep things fairly clean and organized at our home, but I love to clean the baseboards, sweep behind the furniture, and reorganize the cabinets. Many times that includes a few items given to friends, a trip to Goodwill, and maybe some extra trash! It is an effort and takes time, but the outcome is so refreshing and feels so good.

As I was working through this process recently it made me think of my life with Jesus. I realized I needed to do a spring cleaning with Him.  Some of the things I do are just because I have done them before and my heart is not engaged. Cleaning the baseboards equals confessing sins-some things I do because “that’s the way I am.”  Some things I have let slide because my family still loves me, and I have not had the urgency to repent. In my case, it usually equals the way I speak or respond. Then I listened to the Fruit of the Spirit song with my grandson and was hit smack in the face about how I did not align with patience and kindness as often as I wanted to believe I did. Spring cleaning exposes what we cannot see every day.

Sweeping behind the furniture includes moving things around in my life that may feel uncomfortable but following Him in obedience. Recently, I was invited to a retreat and resisted going. I knew God wanted me to go, but I kept putting it off and making excuses. Finally I used my husband as my litmus test, full well knowing he would never want me to be gone for a night.  As my final act of avoidance, I asked him his thoughts about me going and he thought it would be a great idea! Doggone it, now I had to go. You know what, God used that experience in so many ways, through new friendships, making Himself so real to me, and encouragement. I did not want to move that furniture around, but it was worth it.

Reorganizing the cabinets may mean I change up my Bible reading habits or do my own prayer walk. It is not that I get rid of what I have, but I may need to rearrange to keep my relationship with Jesus fresh. I can so easily fool myself by checking a box that reads devotions but not spending time and listening to the One who is most important. For me this has included praying out loud as I walk through my house, listening to Psalms and Proverbs as I drive instead of music, and watching the Bible Project before I read through the next book of the Bible.  Little changes but moving things around has helped me engage with Jesus a little bit differently.

Just as spring cleaning makes a room feel brand new, some spring cleaning with Jesus can remind you of when you first met Him and how today is brand new with Him!

“Thank you, Father, for allowing us to renew and clean out where needed. You are too kind to us.”

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Terrie Tollerson
TRBC Women’s Life

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