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A Faith that Shines

Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. – Deuteronomy 6:5

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Whether you’re a seasoned believer or just exploring what faith looks like for the first time, these articles will be sure to encourage you on your journey. Topics include spiritual disciplines, devotions and practical examples of walking with God.

When You’re in the Heat of a Spiritual Battle

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

When you're in the heat of a spiritual battle, know that God has given us everything we need to stand firm against our enemy.

Do you know what it’s like to struggle through the heat of a spiritual battle? Often, we sense we’re in a spiritual battle during a series of adverse events. We may recognize warfare as soon as the first one fires off. Sometimes, though, we may not recognize enemy attack until we are almost undone. When […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: christian encouragement, encouragement for women, guest post, spiritual battle, trials

How to Use Short Devotions for a Big Impact

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Short devotions are a great way to get in God's word when you're short on time. But don't underestimate the impact of these power times.

Short devotions are a great way to get into God’s Word when you don’t have a lot of time. I’m a big fan for that reason. But are short devotions just for busy seasons? Today I’m sharing with you why I love these quick, power-packed short devotions, how I use them and how you can […]

Filed Under: Faith Tagged With: bible, devotions, encouragement for women

When You Need a Reminder of God’s Amazing Love

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

When we need to be reminded of God's amazing love, what better place than the Bible where we find verse after verse declaring God's love for His children.

God’s amazing love, never ceases to…well, amaze me! But I have to admit, there are times I need to be reminded. And today, as I celebrate my sister, Carlie’s birthday and the final post in the Shining Like Stars series, I wanted to share some inspiration to help us shine for Christ. What started out […]

Filed Under: Faith, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: bible study, easy Bible verses, God's love, shining like stars

How To Find Peace When Your World Is Rocked

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

When life's turned upside down you might be wondering how to find peace. Let's look at lessons from Jesus' mother who claimed God's peace in troubled times.

How to find peace when your world is rocked. That’s the topic of today’s Shining Like Stars guest post by Marilyn Nutter. Don’t we need that, friend? Don’t we need to find how to restore our peace? If you’ve ever lost hope, felt discouraged, had your peace stolen, whatever it might be, this encouragement is […]

Filed Under: Faith, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: God's peace, guest post, hope, hope for the hurting, peace, shining like stars

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

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