On a scale of 1 to 10 how comfortable are you saying the name of Jesus? Imagine you are talking with a new acquaintance, perhaps even a co-worker, and the topic of religion comes up, are you more comfortable saying that you have a relationship with God or are you willing to say that you …
Each Christmas season our church group participates in blessing a lower-income school with gifts for each one of the children. It takes much preparation and the generosity of many church members to pull this event off, but the outcome is pure joy! I love seeing the trailers fill up with the brightly wrapped boxes filled …
I recently visited my favorite coffee shop to grab a cup of coffee and work on some writing for a few hours. I remember feeling adventurous that particular day, so I decided that I would try something new off the menu. When I reached the counter I had made my decision and thus confidently placed …
Last fall I sat on the Southern Steps in Jerusalem. These steps are remains of the Temple, God’s dwelling place on earth. It was a beautiful, sunny day and I had butterflies in my stomach, sensing the Lord’s presence, knowing that I truly was on holy ground. (The Southern Steps leading up to where the Temple …
Today’s Reflecting Light is brought to you by my very special friend, Lesli Thomas. Lesli is an AMAZING wife, mother, sister, daughter, friend, volunteer, and much more. She makes God’s Word a priority in her everyday life and it shows up in everything that she does, especially in raising her handsome boys. I know you …
Our family has a saying that we commonly use if things in our lives start to get crazy and we begin to feel overwhelmed: “It’s just a season.” I have always loved this expression because it helps remind me to take a deep breath and remember that whatever I am going through is just …
What is your number one desire? Is it healing, security, a husband, a baby, or maybe forgiveness for another? Do you wish that you had a peace concerning that desire? Do you believe that a quietness in your spirit would make all the difference in the world? Or are you in the middle of a raging …
Today’s blog post is written by Lesli Thomas. Lesli is a woman who walks an authentic life of faith. She has been married to Chris for 11 years and they have two adorable boys, Cooper (6) and Brody (4). Lesli loves her morning Dr. Pepper, Mexican food, painting, and organizing things. I recently debated if …
Happy New Year! And welcome to the very first blog at Reflecting Light! I just know you’re going to love it. Reflecting Light is a place for women to share how Christ’s light is being reflected to the world in their everyday life. Are you a working woman who feels the pressure to meet stringent …
