Category Archives: Growth

Mustard Seed Planting: A New Thing

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

As 2011 draws to a close, I’m thinking about what has been. It has been a difficult year, but it has also been full of blessings and joy. I’m enjoying each moment and trying to stay in the moment instead of … Continue reading →

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Mustard Seed Planting: Making the Impossible Possible

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

One of my favorite verses appears in the Christmas story as told by Luke: “For nothing is impossible with God.” Luke 1:37 (NIV1984) Nothing is impossible. But I act as if that’s not true. I fret and worry about having … Continue reading →

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Mustard Seed Planting: Living with the End in Mind

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

If you’ve read any of my recent posts, you know there are storms raging in our lives. I have been overwhelmed and discouraged. Although I’ve had moments of victory over the anxiety, I’ve had many more moments where I failed … Continue reading →

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A Cure for Anxiety

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

Life is overwhelming for us right now. Sometimes I handle things well, and other times I don’t. Sunday was one of the good days. I was able to turn everything over to God and leave it there, trusting in Him … Continue reading →

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Mustard Seed Planting: Holding Unswervingly to Hope

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

We’re reading through the New Testament as a family. Each night, we read a chapter and discuss it. I’m still surprised by the details the girls pick up on that I miss because I’m more familiar with the text and … Continue reading →

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Faith Finders

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

Bible in 90 Days is officially over. Now what? I want to read The Ministry of Motherhood by Sally Clarkson. The problem is that I am more likely to finish a book like that if I’m accountable to someone. (The sad … Continue reading →

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Mustard Seed Planting: Finding Answers

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

As I was praying about some issues my family is facing, I was reminded of something that happened to Jesus’s disciples: “When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, ‘Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for … Continue reading →

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Light Finds a Way

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

Our circumstances haven’t really changed. We’re still being squeezed on many sides, but I’m at peace. Why? My perspective has changed. I’ve decided to focus on God and remember the promises in His Word and His past faithfulness to us. … Continue reading →

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The Taste of Humble Pie

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

I’m reading through the Bible from cover to cover in 90 days again. I always enjoy this reading plan because the pace allows me to easily see the connections in and big picture of God’s Story. Last week I read … Continue reading →

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Trouble with Season Changes

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Jennifer Janes

I’m having some trouble with season changes. Yes, it’s summertime in the South, and it’s HOT with record-setting high temperatures and record low rainfall, leading to extreme drought. But that’s not the season change I’m having the most difficulty with. I’m … Continue reading →

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