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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.

How to Choose The Best Path to your Best Life

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

While having many choices is a good thing, having too many can leave us feeling stuck. Deuteronomy tells us how to choose the best path to our best life.

The questions came one after the other and I answered them as best as I could. Luckily, the first few were quite easy. “Can you please tell me your name?” That was an easy one. I spelled it slowly for her, waiting to make sure she got it right. “And how old are you?” I stumbled […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: dreams, goals, purpose, shining for Christ, women

How To Be Bold For Spiritual Change Right Where You Are

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Is God calling you to make a bold spiritual change? What does that even look like? Esther’s story offers some key insights into what it means to have bold humility, bold faith and take bold action. And the good news is that you can be bold right there in your living room.

I jumped on the challenge bandwagon. Head first. I even encouraged my friends to join in. I know, I know. I’m not usually one to get caught up in the latest social media craze but I promise this one is different. Seriously. What’s the challenge? To be bold for spiritual change. Now I have to warn […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: #beboldforspiritualchange, bold, boldness, Esther, faith, humility, International Women's Day, purpose, women

When You Need a New Spark Every Day

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

A new year doesn’t stay new for very long. So how do you keep the spark of hope burning beyond the first month? Start each day with a new spark and your dreams will never get old.

Let’s face it. A new year doesn’t stay new for very long. So the question is how do we keep the spark of hope burning beyond the first month? In many ways, 2016 was a fabulous year. Yet, when I look back I see that by mid-year, the spark that I had at the beginning […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: Joshua, new beginnings, new spark, New Year, one word, one word 365

Why Looking Back is the Best Thing to Help you Move Ahead

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Before jumping into the New Year take some time to look back and reflect on God's wonders. It will give you the confidence to move forward in faith.

Have you already jumped headfirst into the New Year? Not so fast. There’s merit in taking time to pause and consider the lessons from the previous year. I know many will tell you that it’s more important to forge ahead. No, I haven’t forgotten Lot’s wife but I also know that there are nuggets of wisdom waiting […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: looking back, reflection, year in review

How to Make Sticky Goals (and forget about New Year’s Resolutions)

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Tired of making New Year's resolutions that don't last? Here's how to choose One Word and make it stick to create lasting change throughout the year.

If you’ve been visiting a while, you know that I’m done with New Year’s resolutions but I love setting goals. A conundrum, you think? Not necessarily. I’ve found a much more effective way to approach my New Year that I believe will work for you too.

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living, Personal Development Tagged With: goals, New Year, one word, one word 365, personal retreat, resolutions

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