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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

Daily Encouragement – 3 Ways to Spark Joy in Your Day

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

There’s nothing like a dose of encouragement to get you through your day. Here are some creative ways to add a spark of joy to each day with daily encouragement. #encouragement #joy #inspiration

Where do you turn for daily encouragement? If that question leaves you stumped, then keep reading. Because there’s nothing like a daily dose of encouragement to get you through your day. And since no two days are alike, we often need to find creative ways to spark some joy in our day. Here are three […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: encouragement, encouragement for women, hope, inspiration, joy

Why I won’t be Sharing my Word for the Year (at least not yet)

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Do you have a word for the year? The past few years have taught me several valuable lessons one of which is that I should keep my word to myself...at least for now. Here's why. #oneword #goals #newyear #wordfortheyear

Choose one word for the year. A word that will inspire and motivate you throughout the year. One word that will give you clarity and a vision. To me that sounds like good advice. It’s the advice I give to others and the advice I follow too. My words have all been powerful. Frankly speaking, […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Intentional Living Tagged With: faith, inspiration, New Year, one word

How to Say Thanks When Words Don’t Cut It | Plus Free Email Series

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Ever wondered how to say thanks when words just aren't enough? Try as you might your words just come up short? Here's what I do -- you should try it. SunSparkleShine.com

Ever wondered how to say thanks when words just aren’t enough? You’ve tried expressing your gratitude but everything you say just comes up short. In my recent state of affairs I’ve often found myself overwhelmed by gratitude. Grateful to God, my friends, my daughter’s new principal, the little old lady at lunch, you name it. […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Gratitude, Intentional Living Tagged With: #wakeupgratitude, give thanks, gratitude, hope, inspiration, joy, thanksgiving

When You Feel Like Giving Up, Do This Instead

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Do you ever feel like giving up? SunSparkleShine.com

Do you ever feel like giving up? Are there things in your life that simply appear way too big? Impossible to ever accomplish? Too big to even make it through? Do they seem to loom like a mountain in front of you generating thoughts of quitting before you even begin? Today, I’m super excited to share my […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith Tagged With: #SummerSizzleBlogHop, christian living, encouragement for women, guest post, hope, inspiration, perseverance

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