I teach aerobics at a local Jazzercise center. One of our favorite sayings is, “The hardest part of the workout is walking through our doors.” Because once you’ve made it through the door, it means […]
Author: Jennifer Followwill
Grace and Patience
I was sitting in church on Saturday for the first time in months! It felt awesome being there. This slide (pictured) flashed on the screen before the service. We’ve seen similar messages the last few […]
The Worst of Sinners
Do you ever feel haunted by your past sins and mistakes? I can go months without thinking about my past and then I’ll see or hear something that will trigger memories of bad decisions made […]
The Good News
If you are a news junkie like me, you might think that the country is burning to the ground right now. But the reality is we see what the media wants us to see. And […]
Rejoice Always
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18 (NIV) When I was working, at the start of every morning, […]
Stress-Praying
During this stay at home order, I’ve joked to people that when I haven’t been stress-eating, I’ve been stress-buying. I’m “working” from home right now but most of my work has to be done in […]
Choosing Peace
“Although my world may not be stable, I can be stable in it.” I read that statement in a counseling book years ago and it has always stuck with me. To say that the world […]
Oxygen
This week, I participated in a 3-night in-home sleep study. When I had my annual physical a couple of weeks ago, I told my doctor that I’m tired all the time. Even when I get […]
Peace On Earth
I saw a Christmas card offering blessings of peace to the whole world. It was lovely. All Christmas sentiments are. It’s wonderful to desire peace, joy, and hope in this season and always. But when […]
Like A Flood
As I write this, it’s raining outside. I’m a born and raised Arizona girl and when it rains in Phoenix, it’s an event! Local news reporters are dispatched to show us flooded streets, downed trees, […]