Amanda

Amanda is a women’s ministry leader and Bible study teacher. She is on fire for the Lord and loves ministering to teens and women. She thrives on encouraging women to fall in love with Jesus and is passionate about them discovering their God-given gifts and calling. She especially has a heart for women in leadership and equipping them to serve in God's Kingdom. Amanda lives in North Carolina with her husband and two little girls. Visit Amanda at her blog, Give Her Grace: http://givehergrace.blogspot.com

It's Okay to Not Know What's Next

It’s Okay to Not Know Where You’re Going Next

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Recently I finished my journey through the book of Acts. It’s amazing to me that no matter how many times I may read something in the Bible, I always get something new out of it. If you haven’t read Acts yet, it is one action-packed book. Luke, the author of this book, compiles many stories of the early church and we also get a different perspective on the lives of Peter and Paul. The deeper I studied the book of Acts, the more enthralled I became with the stories. Luke gives us several accounts of the disciples performing miracles through…

A dream that produces no plan is a daydream.

Are You Daydreaming or Dream Planning?

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My pastor comes up with some pretty creative church signs.  Sometimes they are humorous, like the time back in October when the sign said “beat the Christmas rush.”  That was a good one. Other times they are straight to the point and convicting.  Case in point, the other night I pulled into our church parking lot and our sign read: A dream which produces no plan is a daydream. Honestly, that little church sign stirred up something in me.  It hit me square between my eyes, or moreover, my heart.  Because that’s exactly what I’ve been doing too much of…

When You Feel Like You’re Standing Still in Your Dreams

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I’m a journal girl. I love picking one with a cute design or an inspiring scripture verse on the front. I find it refreshing to open up a new journal to the first blank page. Ah, I just love the process of putting pen to paper on that first page. I know you’re probably thinking that since I’m a writer (and I struggle to type that title and take myself seriously), of course I should love that process. But here’s the thing: that feeling lasts for a few weeks and then I get bored with my new journal. I still find…

When College Isn’t All You Thought It Would Be

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You spend a lot of time preparing for your first year of college. There is the application process, finding a roommate, picking out cute dorm room accessories, and deciding what to leave and take with you for the journey. Not to mention the process you go through deciding what college to attend in the first place. You are filled with so many emotions. Uncertainty. Excitement. Nervousness. Happiness. What happens when you realize that things aren’t what you thought they would be? You were expecting college life to be great. Your friends are constantly posting about how much fun they’re having,…

Secret to Real Mom Community

The Secret to Real Mom Community

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In a Pinterest-perfect, Facebook-driven world, being real and honest about our lives doesn’t seem very appealing. Without transparency and openness, however, mom friendships remain shallow. True community can never be achieved. Sure, it’s risky. But there is so much to be gained when we share our souls, our burdens, and our struggles. Not only do we finally feel truly “known,” we make it safe for others to do the same. For years, I shuddered at the thought of sharing my private struggles. After all, I was a Bible study leader. By all appearances, I was a “good” Christian woman and…

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