The Fruit of the Spirit is… I really like how this verse is portrayed in The Message: Galatians 5:22-24 The Message (MSG) 22-23 But what happens when we live God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in an orchard—things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We… Read More Good Morning Smoothies and Jesus: God is Good

Gentleness and Self-Control.  Two character traits that we encourage our children to embrace, yet as they learn we struggle… I have struggled with these two things for many years.  I am far from meek yet long to be that woman who is known for her gentleness to her children, husband and community.  I want to… Read More Good Morning Smoothies and Jesus: Gentleness and Self-Control

When you think about faithfulness, many things come to mind… Faithfulness to: Country Religion Spouse Family Career Community However, people may speak faithfulness to these things, but act it out a whole different way.  How many people would turn their backs when faced with persecution, isolation, prison or death?   People turn their backs over lust and… Read More Good Morning Smoothies and Jesus: Faithfulness