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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.

33 Top Christian Encouragement Posts You Need Right Now

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

When you choose to follow God you'll find that you need some Christian encouragement for the journey. Here you'll find top-rated posts by Christian writers to encourage you along the way.

The longer I am a Christian, the more I’m convinced that we all need some Christian encouragement on our journey. I truly believe that God designed us to be in community, spurring one another on. I love that we get to encourage one another on a weekly basis as we gather to worship God together. […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: christian encouragement

How to Shine Your Light in a Digital World

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

You've probably been encouraged to shine your light for Christ. Just one problem: you don't know how. These ideas will show you how to shine for Christ in this digital age.

If you spend enough time in Christian circles you’ll probably hear the phrase, “shine your light”. It sounds good, right? But because I’m a practical kinda girl, I’d like to know what that looks like. How do you shine your light? This is a question I posed in a recent SunSparkleShine newsletter and based on […]

Filed Under: Faith, Sharing God Tagged With: evangelism, shine your light, shining for Christ

To the Woman Who Has Lost Hope

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

To the woman who has lost hope, God wants to redeem your story. Find out how here.

To the woman who has lost hope, God wants to redeem your story. Find out how here in this article about hope and healing during difficult times.

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: guest post, hurricane

When You Make it Your Goal to Draw Close to God

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

When you make it your goal to draw close to God you attract attention -- others, the enemy, and best of all God's.

When you make it your goal to draw close to God you attract attention — the attention of others, the enemy, and best of all God’s.
You’ll be drawn into the heart of God and inspire others in the process.

Filed Under: Faith, Walking with God Tagged With: faith, seek God, seeking God

When You Find True Love — It’s Amazing!

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Looking for one true love? This love is bigger and more amazing than you ever can imagine. And it's the top way to get swept off your feet. Try it and see. 

The closer we get to Valentine’s Day the stories keep coming. You’ve seen them too. There’s the article about 10 ways to love your spouse,  25 Valentine’s Day gift ideas, how to find true love and the top 10 things to do on Valentine’s Day. Don’t get me wrong. I’m as much a Valentine’s fan as […]

Filed Under: Devotions, Faith, Relationships, Walking with God Tagged With: encouragement for women, God's love, love, true love, Valentine's Day

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