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Biblical Encouragement for Life – One Day at a Time

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Have you tried taking life one day at a time but feel like it's never enough? Here's some Biblical encouragement reminding you that God's got this.

One day at a time. That’s what I’d been told. But summer was all but over. How did twelve weeks go by so quickly? I was kicking myself for all the things I hadn’t done. And I silently wished for a do-over. Then not so silently, I started to complain. I recalled the missed opportunities, […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: one day at a time, time management, time to shine

Encouragement For When You’re Feeling Lost

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Many can relate to feeling lost at some point, maybe not literally, but feeling as if you can't find your way. Here's a reminder that you are not alone.

Many of us can relate to feeling lost at one point in our lives. Maybe not being ‘lost’ literally, but feeling as if we can’t find our way, or even the feeling of being alone in the world. If you’ve ever felt that way (or know someone who has) I’m happy to share today’s Shining […]

Filed Under: Faith, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: encouragement, encouragement for women, God's love

The Wake-Up Call that Saved My Life

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Have you ever had a wake-up call that shook you to the very core? This woman shares openly and vulnerably about the brokenness that led to her breakthrough.

Have you ever had a wake-up call that shook you to the very core? In today’s Shining Like Stars post, I have my new friend Shauna sharing openly and vulnerably about the brokenness in her life that led to her breakthrough. It’s not pretty and she’s doesn’t sugar-coat anything. What we find here is an […]

Filed Under: Faith, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: brokenness, discouragement, faith, guest post, hope, hope for the hurting

How to Shine Bright Without the Bling

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Being a good person brings admiration and honor but are we so focused on the good -- the bling -- that we forget to shine bright for God?

Shine bright, sister! But what does that even mean? As we continue the Shining Like Stars Series, I have with me Latasha Strachan who’s going to enlighten us about how to shine bright without the bling. It’s not just you. I’m all ears too! Latasha is my Caribbean sister and founder of the Caribbean Women […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: guest post, shining for Christ, shining like stars

How are You Using Your Gift from God?

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Each of us has been given a gift from God -- sometimes we call them talents, sometimes spiritual gifts. But how are you using yours?

Each of us has been given a gift from God — sometimes we call them talents, sometimes spiritual gifts. But how my friend, are you using yours? Our newest Shining Like Stars Series post asks this same question. Today, Sue Moore Donaldson shines the spotlight on our God-given gifts. I read it and felt inspired […]

Filed Under: Intentional Living, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: guest post, shining like stars, spiritual gifts

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