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Let’s look at the wonder of God’s hand in nature through this devotion.

The Wonder of God’s Hand in Nature

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The last time I mowed my lawn, I found curiously-shaped lines of green things on my pants legs. As I sipped my lemonade to cool down, I looked closer. They resembled the shape of a Star Wars aircraft, hooked together in perfect ribbons. Little seeds in five-sided, green packages.

I tried to brush them off my pants, but they stuck. Tough little boogers. These tiny seed packets were covered in minuscule hairs that clung to the fibers in my cotton pants. When I finally picked them off, I stacked them together in a tightly enmeshed group.

For a few moments, I wondered at the marvelous design in these little seeds. The tiny hairs that will tightly cling to any animal or human that brushes past, to carry the seeds forward. The flat, compact packets to house the seed until it safely falls back into the earth, far from the parent plant.

Surely their design inspired the engineers of Velcro, a product we all take for granted. A design copied from the Master Designer, the Lord of Lords, whom we worship.

Every time I enjoy nature, I find myriad reasons to marvel at God’s creative abilities.

In the woods where I live, there are endless lessons from the trees, plants, animals, and insects. I’ve seen his majesty in a bald eagle swooping over our pond to catch a fish for dinner. The life cycle of the trees in all four seasons. I’ve marveled at the care he provides for the turkeys, deer, foxes, raccoons, and yes, even snakes, that inhabit this same patch of ground.

Even on my drive to town, I am on the lookout for God’s hand at work in nature. Sunrises and sunsets. Fields of corn and soybeans. Cows grazing in pastures. City birds sitting on the power lines, traveling south in huge flocks. Stars shining in the night sky. All reasons to reflect on God’s provision and beauty.

During the pandemic, I’ve gained great comfort and peace knowing the rhythms of nature haven’t changed, even when everything else feels unsettled. All of nature is under God’s control. It willingly submits to him. Nature displays his glory every day without fail.

Jesus used examples from nature in many of his parables. One of my favorite examples is in Matthew 6:26 NIV:

“Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?”

Studying nature can help us marvel at God’s care for us as the crowning joy of his whole creation.

Did you know that spending a total of 120 minutes in nature per week is proven to improve your physical, emotional, and mental health? Nature is an ideal place to pray, meditate on God’s Word, and even sing praises to him. You can spend a little time every day in nature or take a long walk or bike ride on the weekend to experience the benefits.

When you’re in nature, be sure to pause and wonder at God’s creation. Study the masterful design in everything you see, from the smallest items to the biggest vistas. Let the wonder of nature cultivate your awe in who God is. Praise him for all the ways you see his hand at work, in nature and in your own life.

This devotion originally appeared on Kingdom Edge Magazine in October 2020.

By spending 120 minutes per week in nature, you can improve your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health. Learn more here. #nature #wonder #spiritualgrowth
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Do you set aside one day of the week only for rest? Here’s how to choose sabbath rest each week.

How to Choose Sabbath Rest

I don’t know anyone who isn’t busy with all the things. And yet, the most peaceful people I know take one day a week for rest, worship and rejuvenation.

Our culture doesn’t encourage us to rest. The fear of missing out can drive us to go, go, go seven days a week. Since many places of business are open 24/7, it’s tempting to treat the Sabbath like any other day. Or perhaps as a catch-up day for the other six jam-packed days of the week.

Yet God wants Jesus-followers to treat the Sabbath differently. Very differently and very intentionally.

Sabbath rest was established way back at the beginning of the Bible. Let’s look at one of the Ten Commandments that describes why God considers the Sabbath important:

Observe the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Work six days and do everything you need to do. But the seventh day is a Sabbath to God, your God. Don’t do any work—not you, nor your son, nor your daughter, nor your servant, nor your maid, nor your animals, not even the foreign guest visiting in your town. For in six days God made Heaven, Earth, and sea, and everything in them; he rested on the seventh day. Therefore God blessed the Sabbath day; he set it apart as a holy day.Exodus 20:8-11 MSG

Did God really need to rest on the seventh day of creation? No, of course not, because God never gets tired. Yet he did this to establish the pattern of rest for us, even before sin had entered the world.

God wants us to observe the Sabbath to keep it holy, to be set apart ourselves as holy. He wants us to give this day back to him. Our Sabbath rest is a powerful evangelistic message to the larger culture. It says we do things differently out of respect for God.

Keep in mind that anytime God tells us not to do something, it’s to keep us from getting hurt. He doesn’t say “don’t do any work” to punish us or to take the fun out of our lives. He says this to help us have the best life possible. The most peace-filled life possible.

How I Chose to Establish Sabbath Rest

When my children were young, I worked hard to establish Sundays as our day of rest. We developed a rhythm of worship, resting (with literal naps), and rejuvenation.

Sometimes rejuvenation looks like watching sports together on television, shooting baskets in the driveway, puttering around in the garden, or completing a creative project. Nearly every Sunday, it looks like a home-cooked dinner, complete with dessert.

I can’t say I’ve never done a few loads of laundry on a Sunday. Nor can I say I haven’t checked email or gone shopping. But as a rule, Sundays are the slowest day of the week for us. And they are the most refreshing.

Over the years, I’ve observed that when I pause for a Sabbath rest, God will multiply my time on the remaining six days of the week. The times I’ve treated the Sabbath like any other day, my whole week feels more frenzied. It’s amazing how powerful one day of rest can be.

If you’re not in the habit of slowing down for Sabbath rest, I encourage you to start small. Commit to two hours of downtime each Sunday for a month. Try to cross a couple extra things off your to-do list on Saturday to free up space on Sunday.

Then in those two hours, do things that rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit. Spend a portion of that time focused solely on God. Over time, you can increase those two hours to a full day of rest, and you’ll feel refreshed and renewed as well as closer to God.

Of course, if you work weekends, you can switch this schedule around to the day that’s best for you to take a break. The goal is to make a concerted effort to observe one day as holy, in honor of God.

What changes do you need to make this week to take a Sabbath rest?

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How to Choose Sabbath Rest was first published on Kingdom Edge Magazine’s website in 2020.

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For you Christian creatives using AI, I have a word of caution.

A Caution About AI Use for Christian CreativesGod gave you a beautiful mind, unique to you. Your intellect, experiences, and stories are meant to be shared as a blessing to others.No one in the history of the world can think, write, or speak exactly like you. You are fearfully and wonderfully made because the image of God lives in you.When you bravely share yourself with others in books, blog posts, social media posts, and videos, you are building God’s kingdom in your own special way.Do you really want to give this amazing power over to a robot?Do you really want to depend on AI to produce content you sell to others, especially Bible studies, books, videos, etc.?A caution that I run every decision through is this one:“So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God.”Rom. 14:12 NIVI fail daily in many ways, because I’m a sinner by nature. We all are.However, God is showing me how often I sin against MYSELF by not allowing my full potential to shine. Someday I’ll have to give an account for that too.Many people are using AI for research, and I’ve done that too. Coming from the days in 1995 when I had to read clunky microfiches in the college library to write papers, this convenience is wonderful.I am speaking the truth in love here: others are secretly letting AI write for them due to laziness and greed, and underneath it all – fear.Fear that:…you’re not good enough.…no one will care about what you have to say.…if you put yourself out there, you’ll get attacked.…God won’t provide for you through words that come out of your own brain and heart.These are lies.A challenge: Read the Gospels again and watch how Jesus uses parables (stories). Pay attention to how he “hooks” people with simple illustrations and then uses them as teaching moments.Jesus’ stories are so powerful that they still fascinate us today.YOUR stories unique to you are so powerful they can last for generations – no robot can compete with you!So close Chat GPT (other than for research) and start the good, hard work of writing.God will protect, bless, and provide for you, and we’ll all be grateful you stepped out in faith.

A caution about AI use for Christian creatives. #ai #christianity #christiancontentcreator #christianauthor #christianinfluencer
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How neuroscience can help you respond with self-control is a topic that I learned about last year that changed everything for me. Here’s what I learned that can help you.

How Neuroscience Can Help You Respond with Self-Control

Last year I watched a teaching for work that changed everything for me.

It quoted Harvard research that proves when we are confronted with negative information, these are our responses:

First, defensive.

Second, accusatory.

This is because our primal brain is first to react in self-protection, even if we are being confronted with the truth.

It takes 10-15 seconds for our prefrontal cortex to be activated. The prefrontal cortex is the “mature” brain – the one that makes rational, informed decisions. It takes time to kick in and provide a response rather than a knee-jerk reaction.

What I do now is give my brain some time to process before responding. In a heated moment I’ll say to the person, “Give me a second,” rather than being silent, which could potentially make the situation worse. Then I take a few deep breaths to calm down and let the thoughts and feelings move from my primal brain to my prefrontal cortex.

If I’m sitting in front of a screen and feeling my hackles rise up, I take 10-15 seconds to breathe and think before typing.

Doing this can help you connect with reason before responding. It gives you time to ask yourself questions such as, “How might this make the other person feel?” or “Do I really want to post this?”

Now I recognize my defensive and accusatory thoughts, which often aren’t even applicable to the situation. They come from a kicking, screaming 2-year-old inside who only knows how to say “No!” and “Mine!” and “Bad!” That’s normal behavior for 2-year-olds, but inappropriate for anyone old enough to read this post.

This bit of neuroscience will help you not just on social media, but at work and home too.

Responding rather than reacting takes practice, but I promise it will help your self-control grow exponentially.

 

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This first Sunday after Charlie Kirk’s death is an enormous opportunity for the American Church. Here are some tips to help you prepare.

This First Sunday After Charlie Kirk’s Death

Like many of you, fellow believers, I have been reeling from the news of Charlie Kirk’s death. I knew about him and followed him after my own children recommended him to me last year. He is the best example I can think of a Christian who spoke the truth in love (Eph. 4:15). Now my children and I are uniting together to #belikecharliekirk.

A few hours from now, I’ll be sitting in my church service like I do every week. On this first Sunday after Charlie Kirk’s death, I want to be prepared, and I know you do too.

Why We Need to Prepare

First, I want to show you examples of how God is already moving among unchurched and pre-believing people since Charlie Kirk’s death:

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God is definitely on the move, and we need to be prepared to receive these people in our churches today!

If You’re Like Me, These Are Your Natural Tendencies

First, let’s get real with ourselves.

If you’re like me, these are your natural tendencies at church, though you might not have ever admitted them out loud.

You park your car or sit in the same place each week and get miffed if someone is in “your” spot.You secretly view people you’ve never seen at your church before with a little suspicion and maybe even a little judgment.If you’re an introvert like I am, you retreat further into your shell rather than even simply saying “hello” to someone.You get annoyed with behaviors in others, such as talking during worship or sermons, people being on their phones during the service or not silencing them, wiggly kids being kids, and perhaps even restlessness or impatience when you don’t have any problem sitting still for an hour.

I hope now you can see that I’m not afraid to show you my flaws. These are all thoughts that have gone through my head at church. But I want them to stop now in preparation for this first Sunday after Charlie Kirk’s death, when a huge opportunity awaits us as church attendees.

I need to confess these tendencies to God, repent of them, and ask for him to help me change. I want to be firm in my faith, yet winsome and friendly like Charlie was, and also like the apostle Paul who said this:

“Yes, I try to find common ground with everyone, doing everything I can to save some.”1 Cor. 9:22 NLT

We’ve got to check our attitudes before going to church this first Sunday after Charlie Kirk’s death. If we are going to live like we believe, Jesus needs to be our primary example. He wasn’t afraid to eat with the people who had the worst reputations in his society. Let’s not be like the Pharisees who opposed Jesus’ example as shown in Matt. 9:9-13.

How to Prepare for Church This First Sunday After Charlie Kirk’s Death

This summer, my church worked on building a team of 300 members who will regularly invite people to church for the following year. They met that goal in a month, so I’ve already been preparing myself for a new influx of attendees at my church. You might not have had this opportunity to prepare yet, but you need to do this now, as many new people may be coming to your church starting today.

Here are the tips I’m using for myself and you can use them too.

Pray First

Pray that God will give you opportunities to show kindness today at church. I promise that if you pray this, God will answer it. You will be blessed and encouraged when God grants you these opportunities.

Be Warm

People are always attracted to warmth over coldness. Even we introverts can do things like smile and say hello. That’s how we create warmth, which will be an essential element for growing the American Church.

Scoot In

New people feel most comfortable sitting on the ends of the pews or rows. I think we all do. Today, I’m encouraging you to move toward the middle of your row or pew each week. That way, if a new person arrives late, they have a convenient spot and don’t have to pass in front of others. It’s a simple courtesy we can all extend.

Connect with Bad Memories

Has someone been cold or mean to you at church? Connect with that bad memory and transform it for good. Earlier this year, when I was passing by a lady as I entered the row, she said with a nasty tone, “Don’t step on my purse!” I wasn’t even close to doing that, but I felt the chill of her unfriendliness. I don’t want to be treated that way, and thus, I’m committed to not treating others that way. I want to rise above my church hurt (in other ways far more serious than this example) and be kind instead.

Pray When Annoyed

Annoyance is a normal human response when people are doing things out of social norms. But we can rise above it. Because I attend a seeker-focused church where people often talk or stay on their phones during the worship time or sermons, I face this issue often. Instead of leaning into my annoyance, which only distracts me from the message God wants me to hear, I pray peace and blessings for the people who are doing annoying things. Often it doesn’t “fix” the situation, but it changes my attitude toward them.

I am now more patient and understanding than I used to be, only because God helped me change. He helped me connect to the bigger picture: he wants more people in church, not less. If they aren’t as “practiced” as I am after 47 years of attending church each week, the onus is on me to take the high road and let annoyances slide.

Pack an Extra Bible

I don’t know about you, but I have dozens of Bibles in my personal collection. Consider packing one of these along with you today to give away to a new person at your church. Many people are still dealing with the effects of inflation and might not have the money to purchase one. Alternatively, they might not even know which one to pick. Pick a favorite version and consider giving it away – then follow up with the two next steps.

Be Bold

My friend Sue regularly invites people over to lunch after church, especially college-aged people who don’t have an abundance of local connections. Her Facebook group has lots of ideas on how to do this. You can be bold like that, too, if the Holy Spirit moves you to show this type of hospitality and kindness.

Pray that God will help you know how to invite someone to lunch, your small group, Alpha, BSF, DivorceCare, GriefShare, Celebrate Recovery, or any other way you can enjoy getting to know them better in a practical way that will shower them with blessings.

Consider Mentoring

New people to the church will be seeking mentors for the faith. No pastoral staff is large enough to handle this need without supplementation from volunteers. Consider speaking to your pastor or church leadership team and tell them you are available to be a mentor to a new person. That way, your church can refer people to you when they are looking for a trustworthy person to build them up in their faith. I talk more about mentorship on this podcast episode.

To be a great mentor, you don’t need to be a spiritual genius. You simply need to have time to sit and listen well to another person. Invite them to have coffee or tea with you a couple of times a month. You can be a spiritual father, mother, brother, or sister to a new person in your church – what a gift that would be to them!

Preparing for This First Sunday After Charlie Kirk’s Death

Let’s not waste this enormous opportunity God has given us, church! Be prepared to show kindness, compassion, hospitality, and encouragement today and every Sunday moving forward. The Holy Spirit is sweeping through our country with a revival, and we must do our part

I hope this post has encouraged you today! If so, please share it on social media now. Also, share any other ideas you have in the comments, and I’ll revise the post to include them.

Related Posts for Further Reading

You may enjoy these posts on related topics that I’ve written before.

Do You Even Want to Get to Know Someone on the Other Side of the Aisle?

An Unprecedented Opportunity for Hospitality

4 Ways to Share Your Testimony

Why Your Testimony Matters More Than You Know

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When you need to make a change is what I’m writing about today because my boundaries have been violated. Keep reading to learn more.

When You Need to Make A Change

Sometimes you need to make a change rather than persevere in your current situation.

Just this year, I’ve quit two work situations rather than persevering because my personal boundaries were crossed.

In both situations, I was contending with a person in power who lacked humility and self-awareness. They attempted to micromanage me and criticized me unfairly. When I confronted them, they got defensive and tried to put the problem back on me.

Because I’ve spent 20 years developing better boundaries, I knew I couldn’t remain in these situations.

I was also having gastrointestinal disruption, experiencing racing thoughts at bedtime, and developing flares in my autoimmune system due to the adrenaline and cortisol spikes after interacting with these toxic leaders.

I decided it wasn’t worth sacrificing my physical health, sleep, and emotional stability to stay in these situations despite the financial comfort they would have provided.

When I need to make big decisions like these, I always consult with a few trusted friends first, along with my counselor.

I do this based on Prov. 11:14 ESV:

“Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.”

Because my trusted friends and counselor concurred, I walked away from these financially fruitful yet mentally toxic situations.

This was a hard decision as a full-time freelancer. But it’s one I don’t regret, because it would have cost me much more to persevere in those situations than moving forward into new situations.

Have you ever needed to change your situation rather than persevere in it? Let me know in the comments.

When You Need to Make a Change – Disclaimer

I’m not advocating that you immediately sever a relationship based on what I’ve said in this post. Please seek wise counsel and read the book “Boundaries” first; it is the book that has changed my life more than any other, except for the Bible.

 

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I’m going to say something that may be controversial if you’re a Christian.

Many times, post-divorce, people have told me in an effort to comfort: “Jesus is all you need.”

My spirit flinches when I hear this.

I’m starting to believe it’s not just bad advice, but unbiblical.

Jesus Is All You Need – True or False?

Let me say something first. Do we have plenty of stories in the Bible where God sustained someone who was truly alone? Yes, of course. What comes to my mind is Elijah in the wilderness, David hiding in caves, and Hagar fleeing a terrible situation.

So is God with us every moment when we are truly alone? Without a doubt.

But is Jesus all we need? My answer is no.

Why? We were created to be in community with one another. Because we are made in God’s image, it means we exist in relationship, like the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are in constant relationship with one another. This is intrinsic to their identity as the Triune God.

If you are telling yourself or hearing from others that Jesus is all you need, I offer a different perspective.

Is Jesus All You Need?

I have been lonely my entire life. As a child of divorce at age 4, loneliness first set in and never left.

It was my unwanted companion for all 21 years of my terrible marriage.

For the first four decades of my life, I was emotionally abused every day, and this created a huge hole of loneliness.

The past 3.5 years of my life have been the most difficult ones I’ve ever lived, and they have also been the loneliest years, despite my concerted efforts to change that fact.

Despite these challenges, I have always been deeply close to God, starting at the age of three.

I literally can’t remember not believing in God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

I’ve walked closely beside him since I was very young, and I enjoy deep, daily fellowship with Jesus.

I’ve also always been surrounded by Christian friends, a rich blessing I don’t take for granted.

Yet this doesn’t feel like enough.

Jesus Is Not All You Need

For the past week, I’ve lived alone for the very first time in my life.

I thought I’d be used to this since I’ve worked from home for 18 years of my career. I have my three dogs, my gardens, and my beautiful home to enjoy. I also feel God’s presence with me every single moment.

But it isn’t enough, and this week has shown me that.

In my deep grief over my empty nest this week, I had some unexpectedly dark thoughts. I broke into sobs several times per day, and sensed the low tides in my soul due to loneliness.

I recognize all these signs of depression since I’ve suffered them many times before. I know the steps to combat them, including getting out in nature and exercising. Those activities did lift my spirit somewhat on Tuesday night.

However, last night the tide turned.

My daughter showed up unexpectedly. We spent the night together, and I felt 1000 percent better when I went to bed.

Quality time is my number one love language. When I’m deprived of that for too long, things go sideways in my mood. But spending time with my daughter last night filled my cup to overflowing, and that’s why I felt so much better.

I also felt much better because I’m not designed to be a lone ranger, though I am a true introvert. Made in God’s image, I crave fellowship with others, and spending time talking to Jesus all day long simply cannot fill that need.

Jesus Is All You Need – Plus People!

Years ago, I read a scene about loneliness from one of Donald Miller’s books. He was vacationing in a remote area, perhaps the Rocky Mountains. As I recall, a man stepped out of a cabin and spoke to Donald and his friends. But there was something off about his mannerisms and speech. Donald realized it’s simply because the man is always alone and has forgotten what it’s like to be around people.

I don’t want to be that person, a hermit who loses social skills. I’m not going to pridefully hide myself away from the world and ignore the way God designed me (and all of us) – to need others.

Regularly at my church, my head pastor says that God doesn’t call Christians to be lone rangers. He says when we are alone, that’s when the enemy picks us off. That’s exactly what was happening to me earlier this week, when Satan was whispering dark lies to me in my loneliness.

So I’m taking steps to get out in front of people and interact with them every day – not simply watch them from afar. It takes effort, but the dopamine and oxytocin exchange from interacting with people is better than any antidepressant or painkiller. That’s what I felt coursing through my veins last night with my daughter, and I won’t let another day go by without it.

The scripture that keeps going through my mind is this one:

And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.Hebrews 10:25 NLT

I’m so blessed to have a vibrant church where I can connect with others regularly – yet I’m going to make the effort to reach out every single day to someone for fellowship. That’s how God designed the church to function, not just on Sunday mornings, but throughout the week.

So, if you’re one of the many people who are lonely and wondering why all the time alone with God doesn’t feel like enough, that’s because it’s not enough. Here are my suggestions based on my own experience:

Get out and connect with others because that’s how God designed you.Don’t just take, but give back by being a good friend and a good listener. When you feel low, at the bare minimum, call someone on the phone (don’t simply text). FaceTime or Zoom is even better. In-person is best.If you are really feeling low, don’t hesitate to call for help. I made this free call years ago and it set me on a better path.

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How the body of Christ has encouraged me after divorce is what I’m pondering today after being plunged deep into grief yet again, 3.5+ years post-divorce. I’m writing this today to encourage myself and hopefully you as well.

How the Body of Christ Has Encouraged Me After Divorce

My divorce happened in March 2022, only two months after the ex left after 21 years of a multi-level abusive and alcoholic marriage.

Olympic-level trauma continued to rain down relentlessly on me in the years following. Just last night, I was plunged back into it unexpectedly, so now I have new trauma from which to recover.

I have seen my Christian counselor since 2009. He is a spiritual father to me. He told me that in his 30+ years of practice, he has never seen a case that has exceeded my level of drama. This includes cases in which he cast evil spirits out of people. That’s how horrible it’s been – but I won’t go into details. Just know that a mental health professional has confirmed how unspeakably terrible it has been for me.

However, the body of Christ showed up for me time after time. My counselor said there is no other explanation for how I’ve survived this than the fact that thousands of people are praying for me. They have supported me through prayers and also in other ways. I want to say thank you to them today.

Who Is the Body of Christ?

In case you’re not familiar with this term, the body of Christ is the Church – brothers and sisters who are fellow believers. Many of them have also suffered like me, and that drives their compassion and prayers. Because I have virtually no family support (one of the major fallouts post-divorce), the support of my brothers and sisters has been invaluable.

Major Ways the Body of Christ Helped Me

There are several major ways the body of Christ has helped me after divorce. Here are the main examples.

Prayer Teams

On a horrible night in February 2022, when the lowest point of all the lows post-divorce occurred, I had a fleeting thought of ending it all. That self-destructive feeling hadn’t happened since high school, so I was terrified. But I was listening to the song “Defender” at the time, and I believe it was a protective covering over me. I posted an emergency prayer request on Facebook and emailed my newsletter list, so literally thousands of people all over the world were praying for me in my lowest moment.

From the beginning, the trifecta of regularly seeing my Christian counselor, meeting with my fellow Stephen Minister, and phone calls with my best friend all kept me sane (quite literally). The prayers from so many others held me up.

I also had a supportive prayer group on Facebook and a mastermind I had joined only a few months prior. Those dear sisters in Christ regularly covered me with their prayers, and I will never forget that. They also sent me cards, flowers, and sweet gifts in the mail that I still use daily, which help me think of them with gratitude.

First Weekend

The weekend my divorce was final, I was already scheduled to travel to Nashville for a conference. Though I was as fragile as an eggshell emotionally, being there with my brothers and sisters in Christ was the best possible gift I could have experienced, especially since my primary love language is quality time.

My friend Tama told me about my life being like a 100 percent black blob at the time. But as time would pass, she promised it would gradually fade back to white with maybe just a few grey flecks. Only God knows how long that will take. Tama’s words have replayed in my mind many times. I’d say now I’m still at a 60 percent grey, but at least that’s an improvement from where I once was.

My friend Kelly brought me lunch in my hotel room, and we cried and laughed together. She’s endured a similar path of difficulties and affirmed my struggles mainly by listening and nodding.

I can’t even recount how many awesome conversations and hugs I received at the conference, including one I remember with my friend Angel. They were exactly what I needed at the time when I was hovering on the edge of sanity. I remember the warmth of my friend Natalia’s hands as she grasped them and prayed over me. I remember talking with several others whose words were balm to my heart.

Ongoing Kindnesses

There are so many other kindnesses – I know I will forget to mention some of them. But these are other ones I’m remembering today, and the memories bring me such comfort.

My best friend Elizabeth treated me to a girlfriend’s weekend. More than anyone else besides my daughter, she knows all the details of the entire story. No one is wiser, more empathetic, or more insightful than her – and I don’t take advantage of our 40 years of friendship. She’s the first one I call when I need wisdom on what to do, because I can’t do that with my counselor. I couldn’t have gotten through this without her.

Angie is my other best friend. I remember a day she treated me to all my favorite things in St. Louis, one of my favorite places in the whole world. She is a very busy wife and mom of four, and I knew the day was a sacrifice for her and her family. But it’s a deeply treasured memory – a happy day with one of the sunshiniest people I know.

One of my blogging friends, Donna, sent lovely gifts in the mail several times post-divorce. Now I have beautiful keepsakes which help me remember I am loved. One of my followers, Stacey, sent me two lavishly decorated homemade books as part of a huge care package. These books are so girly and indulgent. They are gorgeous creations full of lace and florals that I flip through when I feel depleted. These one-of-a-kind gift books lift my spirits when I need encouragement.

My podcasting friends were so incredibly supportive. Many of them talked to me for more than an hour after I interviewed with them. Some told me about how God has redeemed their stories post-divorce, and I hadn’t even known they were divorced. I have a sweet memory of my friend Trudy, who purposely wore a floral shirt for our interview because she knew how much I love flowers. So thoughtful and kind – I love these brothers and sisters in Christ because they truly care.

Local Kindnesses

My high school English teacher, Christine, and her husband have become surrogate parents for me. They have invited me to many events and stood by my side when I needed them. One of my favorite memories was when they invited my daughter and me over for homemade pizza and game night. The fact that they extended kindness to my daughter, who has also suffered so much, is priceless to me.

Another teacher of mine, Sonja, supported me in tangible ways. We were in Bible study together. Every so often, after Bible study, she would slip me a check or some cash just because. I know she gets how hard it can be financially as a single mom. I’m not in a position to give like this now, but her example is what I will most definitely do in the future. She is paying it forward, and I love her for that.

Lindsey is another local friend who encouraged me. She approached me in the fall of 2023 at a craft fair. She knew about my story from a different angle, which I won’t discuss here. However, her affirmation and care truly encouraged me in a difficult moment. I’ll never forget her words of kindness, and I hope to bump into her again sometime to thank her once again.

Donations from the Greater Body of Christ

My dishwasher broke right after my divorce. God told me I needed to ask people to help pay for a new one. This was incredibly humbling for me. But God provided the full amount from donations I didn’t expect. The most meaningful one was from my friend Susan, whom I’ve never met in person or chatted with on Zoom, but we’ve known each other as fellow bloggers for 15+ years. Because she has faced horrific circumstances like mine, she gave very generously. At least once a week, when I’m using my dishwasher, I praise God for her and the other dear friends who provided.

The biggest donation event, which stretched me past all my limits, was when my beloved Labrador retriever, the inspiration for my Hidden Manna book, needed expensive ACL surgery. Again, God told me to ask, but the amount was seven times more than the dishwasher. On the day of the surgery, I was able to write a check for the exact amount – more than $4,200. Only because God moved in the hearts of so many people was I able to pay for Memphis’ surgery. Again, at least once a week while I’m petting my soft boy, I thank God for all the people who provided so generously for my needs.

Just Listen, No Advice Team

In the fall of 2023, I formed a special prayer team that would just listen and not offer any advice, based on the model in Job 2:11-13. I was facing tough stuff, but I didn’t know I would face even tougher stuff in the months ahead. Those weekly individual Zoom calls with my sisters in Christ carried me through horrifically traumatic events. Simply seeing their faces and hearing their voices on Zoom was enough to carry me through another week. The ladies on this team were my true prayer warriors, including my oldest friend Erin, whom I hadn’t seen in years.

God gave these ladies just the right things to say at just the right time. One example: I remember my friend Karen telling me that she had a vision of me kicking my little legs underneath the Father’s wing that was holding me. This visual has made me laugh on days when I felt I couldn’t hang on. I could go on and on with stories from this dear group of ladies, but I’ll simply say I still treasure and reflect on those conversations now.

Today’s Encouragement

Even today, less than 24 hours after I was plunged headfirst into new trauma, my friend Sue encouraged me on a Zoom call we had previously scheduled. She listened to me and affirmed me as I cried and wiped snot from my face. She gave me perspective and practical help I haven’t been able to consider in my moment of severe stress. So many times, God has sent me a friend from the body of Christ to encourage me just when I needed it, and Sue was my person today.

Also, I’ve learned that on completely overwhelming days, like when a stalker approached me, I must reach out for help. That’s why I posted a prayer request on Facebook and also on my Instagram stories today. Seeing comments and prayers from my brothers and sisters in Christ lifted my spirits and helped me feel less alone on a very difficult day. I’ve learned time and time again to share prayer requests when I need help, because I believe so strongly in the power of intercessory prayer.

Jesus’ Encouragement

The words of Jesus that have encouraged me over and over again in these 3.5+ excruciating years are recorded in this passage:

While he was still speaking to the people, behold, his mother and his brothers stood outside, asking to speak to him. But he replied to the man who told him, “Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?”  And stretching out his hand toward his disciples, he said, “Here are my mother and my brothers! For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.”Matt. 12:46-50 ESV

Jesus himself greatly valued the body of Christ even before the Church existed. He was prophetically demonstrating the body of Christ’s function.

This scripture greatly comforts me because God has richly blessed me with many friends. I think he did this because he knows how much I’ve suffered my whole life from a lack of family support. My brothers and sisters in Christ are now my true family, and I could not survive without them.

If You Need Encouragement from the Body of Christ After Divorce

If you need encouragement from the body of Christ after divorce, I strongly encourage you to reach out frequently for help. Yes, I know that it’s hard and humbling to do this, especially on the most difficult days. But your burden will be lifted if you do this, and you need to do it as a gift to yourself.

Maybe you haven’t been seeing a counselor for 15+ years, as I have. You can do what I did so long ago – get a free, one-time counseling call with Focus on the Family, which will then refer you to a Christian counselor in your area. You can also check to see if a Stephen Ministry branch is located near you. This is a free option that allows you to meet with a trained member of a church’s pastoral care team. I have been a Stephen Minister since 2021, and it’s been a wonderfully redemptive experience to walk alongside others during their crisis moments.

I encourage you to get involved with a local church that has a DivorceCare ministry. Right after my divorce, I went to several of these meetings, and they provided a strong sense of community. This is another way to be blessed and encouraged by the body of Christ in your season of suffering.

I pray that this post has blessed and encouraged you. May God grant you peace and encouragement by connecting with the body of Christ after divorce.

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When you feel disillusioned by fellow Christians, what do you do? Here’s my testimony of how I’m handling disillusionment.

When You Feel Disillusioned by Fellow ChristiansIn the past few months, I’ve felt disillusioned and disappointed by a lack of integrity in several people in my professional and personal life.Some of these are people in ministry who are clearly hypocritical behind the scenes and don’t have a shepherd’s heart or humility – essential traits in a true servant of God.Some lie about their appearances, marital status, etc., to appear more attractive.All of these people self-identify as Christians.Emotional Immaturity and DisillusionmentWhen I’ve confronted these people – speaking the truth in love – they get defensive, give flimsy excuses, and try to turn the problem back on me. I know they lack emotional maturity, which directly impacts their spiritual maturity, and that’s not my problem. But it does impact me in a negative way.Here’s a highly recommended book on this subject – all Christians should read it. It’s part of the spiritual formation track at my church. Get your copy today. Fighting DisillusionmentThis morning, I saw a video clip that spoke right to me and countered my disillusionment.It reminded me to not give up, trust that God has a plan, and there are good, godly people out there who are worth my time, energy, and professional partnerships.The video creator said that a good attitude makes all the difference and will stand out.That’s what I’m trying to cultivate.It’s not easy because I’m naturally a glass-half-empty person.A Lesson on DisillusionmentI’m reflecting on this truth that Nick Saban shared in last week’s GLS summit.He said early in his career, a priest gave him a book for spiritual growth, and the first sentence said, “Life is difficult.”Nick was confused because he thought the priest was going to offer encouragement, like a coach’s pep talk.It took him a while to realize it, but then he got the point.He said it’s easier to have a positive attitude when you accept that life is difficult and don’t hold a false, overly positive view of it.This concept fueled his outstanding career and allowed him to mentor champions with a positive mindset despite the real challenges they faced.Choosing a Better AttitudeI’m working on this.Some days are better than others.What’s helping most is naming my emotions – all of them.After naming them, I give them over to God.I’m also taking one day at a time.I’m being 100 percent honest with myself and God, and I know I’ll never regret that.If you are also struggling to believe that there are good people out there because you’ve been burned by the dishonest, emotionally immature ones, please know you’re not alone. I’m linking arms with you as we choose a different attitude.Here are a couple of encouraging slides from John Maxwell ‘s excellent talk at GLS.When you feel disillusioned by fellow Christians

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