Welcome to my MicroBlog. Following are my 5 most recent Instagram posts.
They are short reads, pretty much written on the fly, usually based on how God is speaking to me during my quiet times. To view the post on Instagram, simply click on the image.
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Being part of launching a new book is so much fun! I’m thrilled to share Carlie’s 30-day devotional book with you—LIVE AMAZED: Embracing the Gifts of God in Longing, Loss, & Life. . I’m just getting started in it, and it is — you guessed it — AMAZING! Carlie’s writing is tender, honest, and thought provoking. I’m looking forward to spending the next few weeks of mornings in her book. The Kindle version is available on October 15. . And if you order by October 14, you can get some nifty pre-order bonuses. Check the link in my bio for details. . . . #liveamazedbook #liveamazedfriends #liveamazedmessage #peaceandhope #strongerwithgod #lamptomyfeet #scripturedaily #messageofhope #scripturedaily #inscribetheword #quiettimewithjesus #withchrist #wonderfulwordsoflife #jesuschick #trustingingod #dailyhope #biblicaltruth #dailydevotions #butfirstjesus #lifewithjesus #meetwithgod #closetogod #meetingwithgod #fountainoflife #everydaywithjesus #christiandevotional #readthebibledaily #womensdevotions #lifelovetruth #sthdianne
Do you ever feel like no one “gets you”? Not your women friends or even your husband? Sometimes that’s what we *need*. Someone who understands *us* as well as what we’re going through. 💕 A best friend is one of life’s treasured gifts. For women, especially so. If we are blessed, we may have several to walk with us through life. As children, we tend to gravitate toward “our one best friend.” But as we mature, we realize there isn’t “just one person” who can meet every need we have. For wives, not even our husbands can do that. 💕 Hopefully, we are blessed with a variety of friendships. Friends we work with, friends we exercise with, PTA friends, church friends, and neighbors. There are times, however, when friends are not available—or, they are altogether absent. 💕 Thankfully, we serve a God who can and does meet the needs of women completely. 💕 When you subscribe to my newsletter, you'll receive regular encouragement in your walk with Christ, and get instant access to a free 5-Day Mini Bible Study that will lead you to deepen your relationship with God. as you get to know Him as your “best friend.” You will also have access to new resources as they become available. 💕 ==> Check link in bio 💕 #EnjoyGodsWord #BibleBlog #StudyScripture #LampToMyFeet #BibleCommunity #LoveTheBible #StudyGodsWord #LoveTruth #MessageOfHope #ScriptureDaily #GodsMotivations #BibleQuoteOfTheDay #LoveTheWord #OnlineBibleStudy #ThankYouGodForAnotherDay #DailyHope #BiblicalTruth #DailyBibleReading #GodsWordIsTruth #DailyDevotions #ButFirstJesus #ReadYourBible #GodIsOmnipresent #GodIsOmnipotent #GodIsOmniscient #Psalm139 #GodIsMyFriend #RuthiesIGChallenge #LifeLoveTruth #sthdianne
The goal of my ministry is to encourage and challenge readers to go deeper with God. I want them to experience the abundant life Jesus came to bring. Not an easy life, but one that is rich and fulfilling. (John 10:10)⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ Through this abundant life, I want people to understand that they are fully known and fully loved by the God who created them. (1 John 3:1)⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ And I want people to *know the truth* that is in God’s Word. So much so that they recognize the host of false teachers present in our world today. (Acts 17:10-11)⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ I believe that when we seek God with all our hearts by studying His Word, we will find an increasingly intimate relationship that has no equal.⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ Having impact in people’s lives that carries eternal value is a privilege I don’t take lightly. I appreciate your letting me be a part of that. ⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ A special thank you to ... ⠀⠀ Tammy McDonald of Hope for Grieving Hearts (@tammy_mcd)⠀⠀ Misty Phillip, host of By His Grace Podcast (@MistyPhillip @Byhisgracepodcast), and ⠀⠀ Marva Smith of Spread the Shine and her Life Coaching business ...⠀⠀ I'm grateful for their kind words regarding my ministry. But I am grateful for their influence and encouragement in my life.⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ Anytime I hear that God uses my writing to encourage someone or move them closer His heart, I’m thrilled. The truth is, I am simply a vessel in the Master’s hands. The Holy Spirit does the work! ⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ Tell me, who has influenced your life? Who has made a difference? Tag them in the comments and lets share some love!⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ @MistyPhillip @Byhisgracepodcast @tammy_mcd @marvatsmith @spreadtheshine⠀⠀ 🎶 ⠀⠀ #John10v10 #1John3v1 #1John3 #EternalImpact #FullyLoved #LovedByGod #EnjoyTheWord #FullyKnownFullyLoved #LoveGodsWord #LovetheBible #StrongerWithGod #IntimacyWithGod #IntimacyWithJesus #LifeWithJesus #FixYourEyesOnJesus #WithChrist #CloseToGod #InPursuitOfGod #StudyTheBible #BibleCommunity #ThursdaysThoughts #InTheWord #BiblicalTruth #QuietTimeWithJesus #LoveTruth #GodsWordForToday #GodsWordIsTruth #RuthiesIGChallenge #LifeLoveTruth #sthdianne⠀⠀
This is a little peak into my morning quiet time. I love devotional books written by others, but this year I chose to use my time reading through the Bible. It’s one of those things that can be difficult to do, depending on the season of life you’re in. I did it once before when my kids were in elementary school. It was tough. But now, I have a “practically empty nest.” So I wanted to do it again. 🎶 The 5-Day reading plan I’m using this year is from Ligonier Ministries. You can find it and others at this link: https://www.ligonier.org/blog/bible-reading-plans/ 🎶 I love the First5 app, too. They are finishing up Daniel and will start Isaiah next month. If you are looking for a devotional, I highly recommend them. @First5app 🎶 Although I’m looking to find some space in the evening for some additional study time, my morning time is my favorite. It starts my day and helps to set my mind on Christ before i deal with “all the things.” 🎶 What material do you use for your quiet time? Do you have a favorite devotional book? Do you journal? I’m always looking for tips! 🎶 #LoveTheWord #OnlineBibleStudy #ThankYouGodForAnotherDay #DailyHope #BiblicalTruth #DailyBibleReading #GodsWordIsTruth #DailyDevotions #ButFirstJesus #ReadYourBible #LoveTheWord #OnlineBibleStudy #ThankYouGodForAnotherDay #DailyHope #BiblicalTruth #DailyBibleReading #GodsWordIsTruth #DailyDevotions #ButFirstJesus #ReadYourBible #WordsForWednesday #RuthiesIGChallenge #LifeLoveTruth #sthdianne
My alone time is a priority for me. Both my quiet time with God, and my quiet time with—just me. When I’m not working (i.e. subbing), usually I can schedule this without too much difficulty. But when I’m working, it’s a different story. 📖 I tend to have this “picture perfect” way I want things to be. (Yes, I have control issues.) Mornings are best for me. I want a cozy atmosphere, hot coffee. And if it’s raining (and maybe even a bit cold) outside, I’m purring. (Is it like that most mornings? Sometimes, but not always.) 📖 These days I’m up super early for work—like 4:30 early. 😳🙄😴 📖 My morning times with God are great! They prepare me for my day. Without those moments of solitude, I would be a bear. Some mornings I feel rushed. Or, I just want more. But there isn’t time. 📖 I would like to create some space in the evenings, but I struggle with this. I’m a do-er. And when I finally slow down, I want to go to bed! (After all, 4:30 comes early!) 📖 When do you set aside time to be with God? Are you a morning person or a night person? If you’re an evening person, I’d love some ideas on how you shift from “busy day” mode to “quiet evening” mode. 📖 #IHaveControlIssues #ControlIssues #INeedSleep #430IsTooEarly #NeedCoffeeFirst #NeedGod #NeedMyQuietTime #MorningPersonProblems #LoveGodsWord #StudyTheBible #ReadingTheWord #ScriptureDaily #LifeWithJesus #WordBeforeWorld #TuesdayTruthday #ReadThroughTheBible #WonderfulWordsOfLife #StrongerWithGod #DrawCloseToGod #BibleAndCoffee #FountainOfLife #WordOfGodSpeaks #MeetWithGod #LoveTheWord #BibleCommunity #GodIsMyRefuge #WithChrist #RuthiesIGChallenge #LifeLoveTruth #sthdianne