Author: Christa
-
Jesus Changed My Life
When I was a young girl, I read a familiar Bible verse: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16). I told God that I believed his Word was true—that Jesus really did die to pay the penalty for my sins and make me his child. I trusted in Jesus for salvation. But I had no idea how much…
-
Your Father Knows
“Do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. Matthew 6:31-32 Your heavenly Father knows. Can there be a phrase more beautiful than this? The God of…
-
10 Scripture Memory Tips for the Person Who Can’t Memorize
I have stored up your Word in my heart, that I might not sin against you (Psalm 119:11). As a Mom to four young children, I sometimes feel like an endless stream of words. Some days I find myself giving almost constant explanations and instructions. I want these words of mine to be shaped…
-
13 Favorite Books from 2019
I love to learn by reading. At the end of each year, I pick out my favorite reads from the past 365 days. Some years yield slim pickings (8 favorites in 2018; 5 favorites in 2017). Other years (like this one), I look back through my list of books read and keep thinking, “Oh, I…
-
Missed Goals & How to Think About Them
On November 1, I made a goal to write for 30 minutes every day during the month of November. It is now December 1 and my writing challenge is over. Here’s a recap: 30 days in November 18 days of writing 30+ minutes This means that there were 12 days when I didn’t write at…