Rest was a gift given to us before the fall in the Garden of Eden and it is a good thing but our enemy, like so many other things, has created his own corrupt version of rest. What does that look like in comparison to God's rest? www.sitstillmydaughter.com

What happens when a gossips can't find anything negative to say? Is it even possible to live in such a way that gives no fuel for gossips? The story of Ruth shows us it is and the impact one person living in full pursuit of God can have on the lives of others. www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Going home is not always easy as the story of Naomi and the Prodigal Son remind us but it is necessary. It is not always easy to see God working for our good in the midst of difficult circumstances but He is. These are a few thoughts we will be talking about today as we revisit one of my favorite books in the Bible. Purchase the 2024 SSMD Conferenc…

There are many examples of people who underestimated the power of sin. They thought they were in control when in essence they were the one under the control of sin. Today we will look at the life of a woman who was unwilling to give up her sin and went to great lengths to stop the one person who spoke out against it. www.sitstillmydaughter.com…

Jesus didn't just heal in front of the crowds but behind closed doors. Peter's mother in law experienced just such a healing and there are truths for us to learn today. That we can bring our requests to Jesus and that He does care for us. www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Do you feel as if your life has been swarmed by locusts and there is absolutely nothing left? Do you feel that you are too scarred and broken to be used by God? The book of Joel has a wonderful truth for us to learn about our amazing God who can restore you and offers a second chance. www.sitstillmydaughter.com…

A little may not seem like a lot but sometimes it only takes a little to make a big difference. Let's talk about the parable of the woman who added leaven to her dough and see how a little can go a long way in several areas. www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Sometimes the significance of one can be underestimated as we see in the lives of four men. They had no idea that their one choice would create such an outcome. Let's talk about the importance of one decision and why we must use wisdom when making any decision. www.sitstillmydaughter.com

We know that God sees all but have you ever considered some specific things He sees? Today we will talk about a few of the things He sees. www.sitstillmydaughter.com

The request seemed impossible but this man knew that he served the God of the possible. Daniel and his three friends knew that the God of Heaven would hear their cry and the answer would astonish a watching world. Don't forget to grab your ticket to the Ladies Event: https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html The prayer notebook system https://…

Discouragement is a difficult and heavy burden to bear. How did characters in the Bible deal with it? Today we will talk about two of them as well as a word to all of us today who can do something for someone else. Don't forget to grab your ticket to the upcoming ladies conference: https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html…

This father believed Jesus could heal his daughter but when the news came that she was dead his heart sank and fear began to creep inside until the Master told him how He could overcome it. April ladies conference https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html

How does our love for others make a difference for Jesus? What if we are busy doing good things but without love does it matter? Why did the church of Ephesus receive a rebuke about leaving their first love? Let's talk about why loving others ia a necessity! www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Just one phrase is all I want to talk about today. What does it means to have the behavior that becomes holiness that is mentioned in Titus chapter 2? What makes those words interesting in the New Testament and how do they impact our lives today? That is what we will discuss today. Don't forget to register for the upcoming ladies conference for 202…

Our life is the seed which we have been given to sow during our time on earth. We may never know the harvest it yields but it is important to spend our life investing in eternity. Svea Flood, a Swedish missionary to Africa only was able to witness to one boy but he would go on to do something amazing. What would have happened if she hadn't invested…

She was desperate for healing which drove her to go outside of her comfort zone. That was the woman with the issue of blood. She was willing to do whatever it took to reach Jesus. But why did she feel she had to touch His hem? What did it mean when Jesus said that virtue had gone out of Him? Why did He insist on talking to her? Let's talk about thi…

Is our faith meant to impact more than just us? How do we move past our fear of speaking boldly for Christ? Does one battle really matter? How much damage can one sin do? These are a few things we will consider as we study the book of 1 Thessalonians. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Register for the upcoming ladies conference https://www.sitstillmydaugh…

A new year brings new opportunities but sometimes we struggle to move past our regrets, mistakes, and poor choices. Let's examine the lives of three individuals who experienced a second chance from God. www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Many will write a new year's list of goals and resolutions. They will spend time preparing to make this the best year ever but what it the most important thing we could prepare? Our heart. What does our heart do? What are it's pitfalls? And what does it say about our spiritual life? How can we prepare it to serve God better this year? These are the…

She only has three verses but they are packed with so many compelling and convicting truths that are still applicable today. Anna was a woman who loved God with all of her heart, mind, soul, and strength. She was so in tune with God that she knew when baby Jesus arrived at the Temple. What does it take to become a woman like Anna, a woman the world…

What was it like to raise the Son of God? To know that He was born to die? What was it like for her to watch Him breath His first human breath and witness Him breathe His last? This is the side of Mary that we often forget. She was human and she loved her Son, the One who had come to save the world. www.sitstillmydaughter.com…

When Mary said yes to God she was stepping outside of her comfort zone. This yes meant that people would think of her as an unfaithful woman. This yes meant that she had to face Joseph with the news that she was pregnant. This yes was not developed on the spot but was cultivated throughout her life. She had no idea that God would choose her to be t…

As the holiday season arrives I thought it would be a good time to come back to our women of the Bible study since the first three are all part of the Christmas story. Today we will talk about a woman names Elisabeth, the one who served God no matter what and understood that a yes to a prayer request can't be earned. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Shop…

Thanksgiving is a time of giving thanks but what did Paul have to say on the topic? Does gratitude hinder pride? What does it say about us when we are thankful? Let's talk about this and more! Limited edition items on the website: https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/store/c8/Handmade_with_Love.html https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/store/p27/Jane_A…

Hannah thought she was having a heart attack her junior year of college and was shocked to discover that she had just experienced her first panic attack. Anxiety is a real issue that affects so many but it is rarely talked about which is why Hannah and I wanted to have this conversation. We will discuss the difference between worry and anxiety, wha…

"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" Today we will unpack some of what this verse means and the impact it has upon our soul. We will also discuss the importance of praying over things before saying yes to them and how we need to be careful not to put too much on our plate. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Limit…

Colossians is packed with many thoughts that are worthy of contemplating such as what part does love play in our wardrobe or what resources has God made available to us to help in living out our faith? Let's talk about that today! www.sitstillmydaughter.com

Rosa Myers is my special guest today who shares her wisdom regarding how we can honor the elderly as well as her own story of having her mom move into her home. Rosa shares insights into a Biblical portrait of age, staggering statistics about the effects of isolation, and the benefits of friendships between the old and the young. If you are at a po…

While it is known as the Epistle of Joy, Philippians has so much more to teach us like what does it mean to murmur or how is love similar to a river? What are the enemies of unity? Find out as we ponder in Philippians. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry via PayPal and help us continue to encourage the hearts of women with the truth of…

Many are familiar with the verse that closes out 1 Corinthians 13 - “And now abideth faith, hope, and charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.” but the apostle Paul gives a little more detail on what each of these look like in action when he speaks to the church in Thessalonians. This small body of believers were already known fo…

What she thought was a routine ultrasound during her pregnancy would change her world. As a young mom, Bethany was told that her child was missing his left eye. Even though she prayed that God would heal him, the answer was no. In beautiful honesty, Bethany shares her story of welcoming baby William into her heart and life but also the trials and s…

Why does Paul give us measurable terms when describing God's love but not His mercy? What does the Holy Spirit's seal tell us about what is to come? Did you know that we have freedom of speech in prayer? These are a few of the thoughts I want to explore in the book of Ephesians. Grab your tickets for the Ladies event https://www.sitstillmydaughter.…

Getting to the Olympics does not happen by accident neither does cultivating Temperance, self-control, in our life but it is necessary. Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth made the point that this fruit impacts all others and that is true. Let's unpack our final fruit of the Spirit along with some practical ways to begin implementing it today. Tickets for the L…

Meekness is our topic of study for today as we continue in our series on the fruit of the Spirit. What does it mean to be meek? Who illustrates this in the Bible? What can hinder us from having a spirit of meekness? Let's find out together! Consider supporting this ministry so we can continue to share encouragement https://www.paypal.com/webapps/sh…

Do you struggle to pray? Maybe you feel like you are in a rut or are not even sure where to start. In a special interview, I am talking to a woman who went on a journey to understand prayer and her notebook is the result of that quest. Now many, myself included, have benefited from her wonderful resource. Listen as Ruth Bumgardner shares her heart …

What does it mean to be faithful and what does it look like in action? That is our topic for today in our study on the fruit of the Spirit. Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f30135566dd5f&mfid=1692747651564_f30135566dd5f#/checkout/openButton www.sitstillmydaughter.com…

We are talking about Gentleness and Goodness. Two fruit of the Spirit that can have long-lasting results and can open doors that even the strongest personality can't knock down. Both Abraham Lincoln and Fred Rogers have something to teach us about this pair. Sign up for the newsletter here https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/blog Visit www.sitstillm…

Longsuffering is patience but not the usual definition of patience. It has to do with annoying people and the life of David has a great illustration for this plus what happens when we do chose to exercise this fruit of the Spirit. If you are in a dealing with a difficult family member, friend, or coworker this episode is for you. Visit www.sitstill…

God's peace is something that cannot be fully understood but it can be completely experienced. It is not the absence of fighting or freedom from conflict but rooted in the knowledge that our lives are in His loving hands. Let's talk about God's peace and how it can be ours today even in the midst of turmoil. Visit www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support…

We are talking about joy, the fruit of the Spirit that lets us see beyond today and is grounded in the Lord. Let's unpack the difference between joy and happiness plus what the babbling brook and crackling fire has to teach us about joy. Visit www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_i…

We are beginning our series on the fruit of the Spirit and love is the first on the list. What does it mean to love others and what does it require that we do? What would happen if we had great faith but no love? Why does Paul say that love is the greatest? Let's find out. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Donate to this ministry https://www.paypal.com/we…

I am the type of person who picks a pair of sunglasses based on appearance. When I won a pair of sunglasses I was disappointed in how they looked and considered them the ugliest pair I had ever seen until one day they were hit with a little bit of sunshine. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Donate to this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingca…

She had complications giving birth to her 6th child and was told that she needed a heart transplant. What would you do with such news? With the realization that you might not live to see your children grow up? Brittany Torres shares her amazing testimony in a beautiful, raw way in this special interview. Even though it was a difficult she knew that…

Who we choose to be with matters and Paul tells us two companions that should be with us every day. Donate to this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f490168de47cf&mfid=1685820250976_f490168de47cf#/checkout/openButton

Two wives married to men who have the same occupation but their stories are very different. We will examine the life of Isaiah who reminds us that God's words will always come to pass and also explore Gomer the wife of Hosea who teaches us that sin manages us if we are not careful plus we will also be reminded of God's everlasting love toward us. D…

Father's Day is a wonderful opportunity to honor and celebrate dads but this is not the case for every girl. This is a personal episode for me as I speak directly to those without a dad and share a little about my own struggles. Donate to this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f490168de47cf&mfid=1685820250976_f4901…

Sometimes country wisdom has the best lessons to teach us and today we are going to look at a country girl who caught the eye of a king. Their expressions of love have some things we can learn from. Donate to this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f490168de47cf&mfid=1685820250976_f490168de47cf#/checkout/openButton…

What does it mean to learn Christ? How do we begin our journey of learning Him and why does it matter? These are the questions we will be answering in today's episode. Free Resources: www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f6912839d5cf4&mfid=1682720002166_f6912839d5cf4#/checkout/…

Let's unpack a familiar verse today, Ephesians 4:32 and consider what those meanings have to teach us. Free Resources: www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f6912839d5cf4&mfid=1682720002166_f6912839d5cf4#/checkout/openButton

In our final study of the Proverbs 31 woman we will look at how she impacts her community both in word and in deed. Free resources www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f6912839d5cf4&mfid=1682720002166_f6912839d5cf4#/checkout/openButton…