Don’t Scratch That Itch

Gwen Smith September 13, 2016Christian Living, Devotions, Temptation 17 Comments

I woke up that morning with a spider bite the size of a quarter. It may as well have been the size of North Carolina for as much as it itched!

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What To Do When God Says NO

Gwen Smith September 6, 2016Blog, Christian Living, Control, Devotions, Healing, Knowing God by Name, Parenting, Prayer, Trials, Trusting God 66 Comments

A few years ago, I was on my way home from running errands. As I approached our neighborhood, my cell phone rang.

“Hi,

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Who Are You Asking?

Gwen Smith August 24, 2016Blog, Christian Living, Devotions, Holy Spirit, Prayer 104 Comments

Four years ago we installed a new bathroom sink in our downstairs powder room. While I love the way it looks, I have not loved the way it has worked – because the water pressure has been a dreary drizzle.

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About That Whole Control Thing

Gwen Smith August 9, 2016Beauty, Blog, Christian Living, Confession, Control, Devotions, Encouragement, Fear, Holy Spirit, Life Clutter, Trusting God, Wisdom 475 Comments

I had been out of town at an event. Gone just one night. While I was away, my then eight-year-old daughter, Kennedy, had spent the night at her girlfriend Catherine’s house.

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What Does Your Handwriting Say About God?

Gwen Smith July 26, 2016Blog, Devotions, Encouragement, Faith, Worship Leave a Comment

My son Hunter had been home from school for days on end following the concussion he sustained in a high school basketball game.

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Time For a New Way With Words

Gwen Smith July 18, 2016Blog, Christian Living, Devotions, Faith, I Want It All 5 Comments

I want my words to be life-giving.

I want to use my words and tone of voice to bless people and love them well.

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I’ll Have What She’s Having!

Gwen Smith July 14, 2016Blog, Christian Living, Comparison, Confession, Control, Devotions, Freedom, Holiness, Prayer, Priorities, Social Media, Temptation, Trusting God, Uncategorized, Worship 53 Comments

It was spring break and we were home. Facebook posts from friends were showcasing sandy beaches, yummy meals, and fancy-schmancy hotel lobbies and pools.

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A Firm and Flawless Foundation

Gwen Smith May 10, 2016Blog, Christian Living, Devotions, Encouragement, Faith, God's Promises, Priorities 1 Comment

I recently got to the bottom of my favorite liquid foundation. I wanted to make sure it was completely used up before I bought a new one because it’s pretty pricey.

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An Uncluttered Woman

Gwen Smith March 22, 2016Blog, Christian Living, Devotions, Encouragement, Forgiveness, Friendship, Grace, Life Clutter, Prayer, Worship 102 Comments

When I was a little girl, one of my favorite things to do was to twirl in the grass. With arms out stretched,

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