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3 Steps When You Want to Be the Light

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

God calls us to be the light but the truth is that's easier said than done. These tips will remind you why and how to be the light to others.

God calls us to be the light. Sometimes, okay most times, that’s easier said than done. That’s why I’m so happy to have my long time Christian blogging friend, Betsy de Cruz as my guest today for the Shining Like Stars series. Betsy shares her heart on what it looks like to be the light […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Relationships, Shining Like Stars Tagged With: guest post, hope for the hurting, light in the darkness, shine your light

Shine Bright: How to be a modern day Herald

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

When Jesus came there were angels to herald him. God wants to give you the honour of heralding his second coming. Here’s how to make the way for him.

Long ago in a land far away there were angels heralding good news. Good news of a baby’s birth. Sounds like a beautiful fairy tale doesn’t it? Except this one is true. And this story isn’t about just any baby. This baby came as the long-awaited savior of the world. It’s the miraculous Christmas story […]

Filed Under: #JoyToTheWorld, Devotions, Faith Tagged With: Christmas, christmas songs, herald, hope, light in the darkness

3 Sure-Fire Ways to Glow — The Face of an Angel (Part 2)

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

Ever wondered how you can shine brightly for Christ? Follow these 3 practical tips to reflect God's glory. Now go ahead and get your glow on!

Last week, I had the honour of sharing my sister with you as she guest-posted about Failing to Shine and ways we can reflect God’s glory. This week, Carlie continues by sharing some practical ways that we can shine in our day to day lives. Please welcome her! As a lamp magnifies the light within, so as followers of Christ, […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith, Walking with God Tagged With: glow, guest post, light in the darkness, reflect God's glory, shining for Christ, sparkle

Failing to Shine — The Face of An Angel (Part 1)

by Marva | Sun Sparkle Shine

How can we reflect God's glory for those around us? Don’t let these two reasons hold you back from shining in dark places. Be the light that points to God.

What does it mean to reflect God’s glory? Today I am over the moon happy to share with you my very first guest post on my site. Not only is this the first time to host someone here in my little space, but it is extra special for another reason. This guest poster is one […]

Filed Under: Christian Living, Faith, Walking with God Tagged With: guest post, light in the darkness, reflect God's glory, shining for Christ, sparkle

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