Do you know the difference between thriving and striving? Even though they sound similar, they couldn’t be further in meaning from each other. I strive. I admit it. Striving is my natural inclination. If something is not happening the way or in timing I think it should, then it’s up the superhero, “Fix it, Kris.” … [Read more…]
Money. The word conjures up different things for people. People may view it as the answer to all their problems or they may view it as the problem itself. I have a problem with money. I view it as a barrier to my dreams. A big barrier. I live in a very expensive sliver of … [Read more…]
A foundation is the basis on which all our lives our based. There is some sort of foundation in our lives whether we are aware of it or not. It could be unstable and shaky, filled with fear, doubt feelings of unworthiness or overwhelm. Or it could be solid and stable, but still filled with … [Read more…]
Patience is not one of my gifts. When God doled out the gifts of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22 (NLT), which says “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!”, I think He skipped … [Read more…]
Does authenticity matter when it comes to achieving our dreams? In a short answer, yes. We must know ourselves before we can even hope to achieve our dreams. Being honest and authentic, not only with ourselves, but with those around us, along with prayer considerations with God, are the only way to achieving our dreams. … [Read more…]
Lack of time. Lack of opportunity. Lack of money. These are all excuses I have used to not stay present in relationships. All of these statements come from a place of lack rather than a place of abundance or even from a place of being enough. God wants us to come from a place of … [Read more…]
When you read this title, let’s be honest, you might have thought this is about how to do things under our own willpower or even how we could do more if we had even greater willpower. Nothing could be further from the point of this post. Worshipping willpower is about using our willpower for worshipping … [Read more…]
God is a firework. There is a popular song that says you’re a firework. While this can be true, to create a pop of explosion in your life, imagine teaming up with the original fireworks Creator. As we enjoy this Fourth of July holiday, inviting family and friends over to watch the fireworks, have we … [Read more…]
Clarity, wisdom, discernment. These are all things I strive for. There are days when I wander around looking for answers which never seem to arrive. I’m forcing the time frame or become demanding with God or accusing Him of holding out on me. I’m the type of person who wants the road clearly marked before … [Read more…]
Do you believe you’re creative? Think on the question a bit. Let it roll around in your head until it reaches your heart. Many people believe the lie that since they do not hold a delicate paint brush, tell stories, or have a Pinterest worthy home, they are not creative. I say we are not … [Read more…]