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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

9 Favorite Bible Verses About Gratitude

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

We know that thanksgiving isn't just for November, so here are some favorite Bible verses about gratitude to inspire thankfulness throughout the year.

The season of Thanksgiving is such a beautiful time of year. Even those of us who live in countries that don’t have a holiday for Thanksgiving, we still take time to recognize the day, often with food and family fun. But when the turkey’s all finished and the sales have wrapped up, does our gratitude […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Gratitude, Walking with God Tagged With: bible, bible resources, give thanks, holidays, thanks, thanksgiving

4 Reasons to Read the Bible {At Least Once in Your Lifetime}

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Instead of tuning in to what the world has to say or waiting for a message from your pastor, will you take up the challenge and read the Bible? It will be one of your best decisions ever.

Many of us want to read the Bible but struggle with actually making it happen for one reason or another. It’s so easy to give into guilt, overwhelm or simply feeling like you don’t know where to start. For today’s post in the Shining Like Stars Series, I’ve invited my dear friend Aminata Coote to […]

Filed Under: Devotions, Faith, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: bible, bible study, devotions, guest post

3 Verses that Will Transform Your Prayer Life

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

If there's one area most women long to change in their walk with God it's their prayer life. Rather than just wish for it to change, we can do something about it today.

If there’s one area most women long to change in their walk with God it’s their prayer life. I don’t know if the distracted age we live in or feeling like we’re getting it wrong but having a powerful prayer life is something many of us hope for. Rather than just wish for our prayer […]

Filed Under: Faith, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: bible, encouragement for women, guest post, prayer

How to Teach Modesty with 3 Easy Bible Verses

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

How can we help our girls learn modesty? Get started with these 3 easy bible verses to pray over them. SunSparkleShine.com

When faced with a daunting task I wish there were some easy Bible verses to help me out. For me, modesty is one of those things that I feel I’m in over my head. It’s not that I’m not a modest person, in fact my friends might say I’m too modest. But I have a […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, bible, bringing up girls, easy Bible verses, guest post, modesty, parenting, raising girls

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