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A Life that Glows

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. –  Psalm 139:14

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God created us in His image and loved us so much that He sent His Son to reconcile us to Him. These posts will encourage you to live fully and abundantly and enjoy the one marvelous life God has given you.

Who I am in Christ Statements to Start your Day

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

What if we started each day by affirming our identity in Christ, using powerful Who I am in Christ daily affirmations? Can you imagine the impact that would have?

What if we started each day with powerful ‘Who I am in Christ’ daily affirmations? Can you imagine the impact that would have?! Many believe that the way you start your day influences how the rest of your day will go. That’s why motivational videos are so very popular. From moving graduation speeches to inspirational […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: bible resources, biblical truth, confidence, encouragement for women, identity, identity in Christ, inspiration, motivation, personal development, scriptures, walking with God, who I am in Christ

3 Ways to Celebrate Women Any Day of the Year

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Here are three ways to celebrate women without apology. Based on biblical truth that will foster Christian community, International Women's Day or any day.

As a Christian woman, I am keenly aware that my personal views, the truths recorded in the Bible and the mainstream views of our modern-day society, are often at odds. This is especially true when it comes to the topic of women versus men and whether or not to celebrate women. The question in my mind is, […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: biblical truth, celebrate life, friendship, International Women's Day, successful women, women

Goal-Setting for Christians – How to Spark your New Year Goals

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Are Christians failing to realize the power of God at work in their lives? This goal-setting plan helps us avoid that trap using Biblical principles, proven techniques to approach change.

It’s that time of year when goal-setting and resolution-making kick into high gear. As Christians we are no strangers to new beginnings. Yet, too often, we fall prey like so many and fail to realise the power of God at work in our lives. Forget the former things; do not dwell in the past. See, I […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: change, goals, Goals Planner, Grace Goals, new beginnings, New Year, one word, one word 365, power, resolutions, vision board

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

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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