by RaeLynn DeAngelis | Dec 16, 2019 | Christian Living, Daily Encouragement, Hope, Relationship with God, Relationships, Renewing the Mind, Spiritual Growth
By Rae Lynn DeAngelis Although it’s 5:30 in the morning and still dark outside, the Christmas lights in the living room provide a warm glow. Everyone in the house is still asleep. I treasure these moments alone with God, moments of solitude, reflection, and...
by RaeLynn DeAngelis | Dec 2, 2019 | Body Image, Daily Encouragement, Discover Truth, Eating Disorders, Embrace Freedom, Find Hope, Hope, Renewing the Mind, Steps to Freedom, True Identity
By Kelsey Klepper I’m reflecting back on all the times I lost weight. Sometimes I hit the goal number; sometimes I didn’t. Even if I hit the goal, it was never good enough; I always wanted more. The means of getting to those numbers were always thought of as...
by RaeLynn DeAngelis | Nov 25, 2019 | Christian Living, Daily Encouragement, Discover Truth, Hope, Relationship with God, Renewing the Mind, Spiritual Growth
By Kimberly Davidson When you wake up in the morning, do you say, “Good morning, Lord. “or “Good Lord, it’s morning?” Do you look at your life as a precious gift, or a mundane state that you can do nothing about? Do you see beauty in the world or...
by RaeLynn DeAngelis | Nov 18, 2019 | Daily Encouragement, Discover Truth, Hope, Relationships, Renewing the Mind, Spiritual Growth
By Alison Feinauer Lately, I’ve felt a bit lonely even though most days I never get to be “alone.” Sure, my life if full of busyness, people, activities and a never ending to do list. But I’ve found that when it comes down to it, I...
by RaeLynn DeAngelis | Nov 4, 2019 | Body Image, Daily Encouragement, Embrace Freedom, Grace, Hope, True Identity
By Kelsey Klepper Dear body, You have failed and will continue to fail as I age. You will never live up to society’s standards. Your skin will become looser and saggier and not just on that belly you carry around. Wrinkles will form. You will continue to...
by RaeLynn DeAngelis | Oct 14, 2019 | Christian Living, Daily Encouragement, Discover Truth, Forgiveness, Grace, Hope, Relationship with God, Renewing the Mind, Spiritual Growth
By Rae Lynn DeAngelis I was about seven years old, sitting in the church pew with legs dangling, waiting for my first confession. The smell of recently lit candles wafted past my nostrils, a reminder that I was on holy ground. The magnificent sanctuary was nearly...