One of my favorite lines in the movie ‘The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe’ is said when Lucy asks whether Aslan is safe. Mr. Beaver replies with certainty, ”Safe? Of course he’s not safe! But he’s good.” And indeed, He is. We have a mighty, powerful, passionate, compassionate, mama-bear-hearted God who…
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Joy is the love-struck bride to her best friend and proud mommy to their two wildly wonderful kids {who designs and writes during naptime, while drinking entirely too much tea}.
Two Ears, One Mouth
Written on September 4, 2011 by joymcmillan
We’ve all heard it. God gave us two ears and one mouth…so we should listen twice as much as we speak. As cute and “quippy” as it may sound, it’s true. That was no accidental facial feature application. God does, after all, have a delightful sense of humor! And yet, at the rate I yip…
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Perfect Peace
Written on August 21, 2011 by joymcmillan
So often the root of every little thing that causes me stress during the day is fear. And fear, precious friend, reveals an area of our lives where we’re not trusting God. When something worries you this week, ask “Do I trust you, Father, with this?” He promises us His perfect peace and steadfast minds…
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Weary and Burdened?
Written on August 7, 2011 by joymcmillan
Too often we try and go it alone. We work, strive, and try to survive the daily grind when we have an Almighty God who quietly whispers, “Come. Give it to me, child.” All we have to do is accept the invitation and intentionally lay our over-sized burdens at His feet. He desires to carry…
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Far More Valuable!
Written on July 17, 2011 by joymcmillan
We tend to be hoarders in this society. It’s almost as though we fear ever needing something we don’t have. And while I value the wisdom behind stocking up on great deals (coupon lovers unite!), we need to examine why we do what we do. Are we motivated by fear? By the discomfort of experiencing…
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The {Ultimate} Plan Review
Written on July 3, 2011 by joymcmillan
I’m a born list maker. A passionate, type-A list maker. The need for uncluttered organization in my life is evidenced by the sheer quantity of baskets and totes I own. They neatly hold my household together behind the scenes. Purging, cleaning and organization thrill me to no end. Maybe it’s the sense of peace it provides in the…
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Got (Childlike) Faith?
Written on June 19, 2011 by joymcmillan
They may not know how to balance a check book or load the dishwasher (properly), but believing in a miracle-working God comes naturally to them. They see His fingerprints in everyday life, sing simple songs of praise while picking their toes (or nose), and don’t blink an eyelid when – over lunch – they plead,…
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