Tag: Spiritual life

Daily Living, Ephesians, Jesus Christ, Life purpose, Salvation, Scriptures

Defying the Craftsman . . .and Missing the Glory!

Holly Craw

What happens when hard, fiery trials come to me and I believe that "good living prevents bad things"? I will likely be devastated and rant that life is unfair--perhaps God is cruel. What does the heat really do in my life?

Drawing Near, Ephesians, God, Grace, Jesus Christ, Life purpose, Prayer, Salvation, Scriptures, Unbelief

It’s Just the Way I Am . . . I Guess I am Stuck

Holly Craw

Do you ever feel defeated by your past and unable/unworthy to change? Perhaps you believe that any good for your life will only come through your hard work? Is that exhausting? What if there is a better way?

Blessings, Drawing Near, Friendship, God, Jesus Christ, Relationships, Scriptures

How to have a relationship with God: 5 Key Steps

Holly Craw

What does it look like to have a relationship with God? Surprisingly, it is really no different than getting deeply connected to a good friend.

Blessings, Drawing Near, God, Grace, Jesus Christ, Scriptures

7 Reasons for Responding to God’s Invitation

Holly Craw

God is the Creator. How can I have a relationship with Him and why should I pursue that? You might be surprised to learn that He longs to have a deep friendship with you.

Emotions, Friendship, Grace

How a Posting on OfferUp Resulted in so Much More than Cash

Holly Craw

Who knew that a simple ad for a christening gown would result in teachable moments and a serendipitous friendship?

Drawing Near, God, Grace

5 Tips for Discovering Your Super Power (You Were Made for This!)

Holly Craw

God’s goal is for His people to walk in the fullness of who He created us to be. He gave me superpowers to accomplish this. All I need to do is cooperate and align my heart with His!

Daily Living, Drawing Near, Forgiveness, Jesus Christ, Scriptures

The Forgiveness Process Step 7: Surrender the Offender to God and Seek Grace

Holly Craw

It is possible to gain freedom and a new start after excruciating relational violation. It takes work, trust in God and the Power of the Holy Spirit.

Drawing Near, Emotions, Forgiveness, Prayer, Scriptures

The Forgiveness Process Step 6: Healing and Transformation

Holly Craw

Replacing bitterness with joy and peace takes work The journey is hard, and the end result of freedom and personal growth is worth it.

Daily Living, Drawing Near, Forgiveness, God, Jesus Christ, Prayer, Scriptures

The Forgiveness Process Step 5: Giving up Right to Revenge

Holly Craw

Why should I quit thinking about revenge? I have been so hurt, and someone needs to pay!

Daily Living, Drawing Near, Emotions, Forgiveness, God, Jesus Christ, Scriptures, Uncategorized

The Forgiveness Process Step 4: Building Trust

Holly Craw

How do I keep anger and bitterness from destroying me after I have been betrayed of abused? 9 ideas for moving back to wholeness.