Salve for the Soul
By Julie Ademe |
Beloved, come to Me daily for a fresh supply of hope and strength. As you turn to Me, I will refresh and renew your soul. I am the slave you seek. I alone can strengthen you for today’s challenges, for I know what your day holds. Trust in Me, your loving Savior, to renew your strength; so […]
Looking Back
By Julie Ademe |
Have you ever taken the time to look back over the year(or years), to see God’s faithfulness in your life? There are many days I wish God would clear the clouds before me so I could see where we are going, but sometimes it isn’t until I look back at where I’ve been and reflect […]
Passionate
By Julie Ademe |
Bright and windy. The wind chimes are twinkling furiously and the musical songs of the birds in the field relax my soul. Joyful sounds on an early fall day that stirs a passion within me to get outdoors and to be in God’s creation. To soak up the warmth, observe the changes in nature and […]
Identity Theft
By Julie Ademe |
Last month, exasperation had gotten us worked up. We had an issue with identity theft last month that has us questioning how it happened and wondering if more attempts to steal from us will occur in the future. The challenge is to track down and notify the appropriate agencies in the hopes of shutting […]
Contrasts
By Julie Ademe |
Morning is my sacred time with Jesus. I sit outside, coffee in hand with my bible, my journal and a devotional. I spend this time with God sharing what is on my heart, releasing the fears of the day, being encouraged by His Word and simply being quiet in His presence. This daily ritual centers […]
Chosen and Loved
By Julie Ademe |
This week I have been reflecting on the goodness of God. I have had a week of great test results, my bladder is cancer free, what a relief, my other medical tests have also come back with good news. I feel so blessed, not because of the good news, although that increases the joy, but […]
Rest and Play
By Julie Ademe |
When was the last time you simply relaxed, staring off into space? Or how about played-doing something silly that made you laugh until tears were streaming down your face? We all need time to rest, replenish, and play. To remember what it was like to be a kid, to savor the moment of pleasure and joy […]
Wedding Bells
By Julie Ademe |
Friday night was a glorious evening. Two dear friends became one in marriage. After months of preparation, they welcomed one another into the rest of each other’s lives. They will share the good times and bad, the struggles and the joys, they will share themselves with one another, their whole selves. They will love, honor […]
Life in the Middle
By Julie Ademe |
We are created uniquely by God and He has a purpose for our lives. I know it might not feel like it some days when we are in the middle of diapers, kids homework, shuttling children, cleaning house, and or going to work everyday, but God has a plan for your life. In this season, […]
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 […]