The Importance of Spiritual Rest: How to Recharge Your Soul
By Julie Ademe |
Spiritual rest can be elusive. With the days lengthening, I’m filling my calendar with fun activities. I can’t wait for boating with family and friends, warmer days on the patio watching a sunset, exploring new trails on my bike, and longer days to linger and be present. I enjoy every moment of summer and the […]
April 2023 Newsletter – The Light of the World
By Julie Ademe |
Praise the Lord, there’s more daylight in Spring. Migration is in full swing on the lake. Birds joyously create music to welcome the day. We look with anticipation for outdoor activities. And Christians worldwide are preparing their hearts for the precious gift of The Light of the World, Jesus. Spring weather’s dramatic changes have given […]
Renewal with God Combats an Unresponsive Heart
By Julie Ademe |
Spring has churned up a longing for revival. I desire renewal. My heart yearns for a defined purpose with a step-by-step guide. I want clarity. Where I see change and consistently rely on God. When I pray, sometimes I find my heart longs for what was. A return to what seemed a simpler time. Not […]
Knowing Truth Helps You Thrive in Distractions
By Julie Ademe |
Paying close attention to the truths we know about Jesus helps us thrive in life’s distractions. There are and always will be distractions in life. My latest distraction is the lingering fatigue from Covid. Not exactly what I thought I’d be dealing with more than a month later. My frustration with my body’s slow response […]
Experience Transformation and Thrive
By Julie Ademe |
We are more than halfway through January, and my “goals” haven’t quite come together as I’d hoped. How about you? My plans weren’t necessarily resolutions but a desire to make conscious choices in my life. Some are professional, and others relate to my personal life. Resolutions surround us in January, and it feels good to […]
Finding Peace in the Love of Jesus at Christmas
By Julie Ademe |
Baking Christmas cookies, worship music plays in the background. The words are a balm to my soul as I enjoy time with the Lord. Mixing the ingredients to make those sweet treats to bless my family, I’m grateful for this moment with God. I experience peace in my soul as I take a deep breath […]
Grateful to be Forever Worthy in His Eyes
By Julie Ademe |
Thanksgiving Day is full of traditions. Family and friends gather for turkey or ham. There are discussions of whether it is a yam or a sweet potato. Do you watch football or parades? Dress fancy or casual? Large or intimate gatherings? It is also a day where we have an opportunity to express our gratefulness […]
Shelter from the Storm
By Julie Ademe |
THE WIND The wind is still howling this morning for the third straight day. It’s wild and seemingly out of control. The waves before me are tossing in a furry. The angst of the water is on full display in the storm. The lake is angry. It has no shelter from the storm. The wind […]
My Chosen Beloved
By Julie Ademe |
The music changes. Heads turn as we stand to welcome her into the room. Adorned in white her beauty brings forth fresh tears to the eyes of her beloved. With dewy eyes, she glances down the aisle at her chosen. Their eyes see only one another as she’s ushered down the aisle. The excitement swells […]
2024 March Newsletter: Abide in Jesus and Receive Abundant Fruit
By Julie Ademe | | God's Word
A vinedresser takes great care in pruning the vine. He wants them to produce lush, fragrant, vibrant-tasting fruit that yields the greatest or most abundant harvest. He is looking for something other than the quantity of fruit. In the case of grapevines, He desires superior grapes that will produce an aromatic bouquet that tastes luscious […]
Relinquishing Control: Embracing God’s Call to Rest
By Julie Ademe | | Circumstances, Faith, God's Word
The Call to Relinquish Control In case you missed it, my retina tore last month, and I needed to step back from writing to allow for healing. (Learn more) In the stepping back, I’ve struggled. Surrender is hard for me. I have never been good at slowing down and changing my plans. And embracing rest, […]
Beyond the Crash: Experiencing God’s Sustaining Power to Persevere
By Julie Ademe | | Circumstances, God's Word, People | 2 Comments
This month, I share how God’s sustaining power helped Brenda Beigl through a horrific crash. Brenda attends my church, and as I’ve watched her recovery after her accident, I’ve seen her persevere through many challenges and push through the pain from her accident. Her ability to persevere is a direct result of her relationship with […]