“The unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit is of great worth in God’s sight.” – 1 Peter 3:4
Have you ever noticed how often we pray to be blessed? We ask God to bless our homes, our finances, our relationships, our plans. And there is nothing wrong with that. Scripture tells us that every good and perfect gift comes from Him. But what if we shifted the prayer just a little? What if …
Have you ever felt like no matter what you do, you just don’t measure up? Maybe it’s your hair, your skin, your weight, or the shape of your body. Growing up, I often heard messages that beauty was all about comparison — comparing myself to others, comparing my looks to what society said was “ideal.” …
I first discovered Wendy Griffith through her book You Didn’t Miss It! after watching an interview where she spoke about its message. I ordered a copy right away and began reading one chapter each night — until Valentine’s Day approached and doubt quietly crept in. I started to wonder if maybe I had missed it. …
Valentine’s Day can be a season of joy — or a quiet reminder of what feels missing. For some, it’s the romance that catches attention; for others, it’s the simple acknowledgment of being remembered, celebrated, or included. There’s a longing in many hearts to both give and receive love, and when those opportunities feel absent, …
Happy New Year, beauties! While everyone else is talking about the goals they’re setting and the hustle they’re stepping into, I want to invite you into something different — something gentler, wiser, and far more beautiful. Instead of insisting on our plans for the new year, what if we surrendered them to God? The truth …
December always brings a mix of joy, nostalgia, and unfortunately, also a fair amount of stress. At home, the season feels delightful. I love the traditions I grew up with, like the memory of my father taking our family to pick out a live Christmas tree. Every year, when I get my own tree, the …
When I talk about “inner beauty,” I’m not talking about the latest trend or a perfect Instagram feed. I’m talking about the invisible kind of beauty: the peace, confidence, grace, and love that springs from being rooted in Christ. It’s the kind of beauty that lasts. I am inviting you to spend just one week …
In a world that teaches us to polish what others can see — to perfect the image, the wardrobe, the smile — it can be hard to remember what’s actually important. While outward beauty may turn heads, it’s inner beauty that truly leaves a lasting impression, and it’s what God loves most. The kind of …
When I think of September, I’m reminded of going back to school. I’d eagerly look forward to the new year — fresh notebooks, new routines — only to find the novelty wearing off after a couple of weeks. That’s how fall often felt when I lived in Michigan. When the air turned crisp, I pulled …
Here in Los Angeles, a natural disaster can happen at any time. We saw that in January when devastating wild fires swept through and destroyed many communities. But it has been the Hurricane Katrina Anniversary documentaries that have reminded me again of how important it is to prepare for emergencies. The timing is perfect: September …
