I love you, LORD; you are my strength. The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. (Psalm 18:1, 2 NLT) I know I am not the only one who could use a little strength these days, so...

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Last week, I posted my story that I shared with my small group. It's my testimony. I always thought that others had such powerful testimonies and mine . . . wasn't. God let me know I should think again. I have been on the top of His mountain and down in the lowest valley. Even though we may think we are all alone,...

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So, Ryan signed us up to serve at church on the video and production team. We were asked by our friend, Adam, who we've known a little over two years. He gets the privilege of working at Athens Church. We were at a point that we wanted to serve, but just not sure where. I had tried out Waumba (our sweet 4 and...

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I kept meaning to do this post, and now that the master bath has been finished for awhile. . . it's time!  Two years ago, we had gone with Jon and Danielle to the most perfect cottage in NC. We absolutely fell in love with the house. One room that I really loved and wanted to try to recreate it in a way...

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There's a lot of change going on in me, through me, and around me! The thing I notice the most about change is people resist it. One of the hardest things for people is CHANGE! While talking to people about starting a healthy lifestyle, excuses start to creep in to their mind. They start hearing "I can't". I hear my 5th graders say...

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Andy Stanley tells us at least monthly that he likes to do life in circles. When I first attended Athens Church, I didn't understand why this was so important. After being in a community group for two years and starting a new one three weeks ago. . . I know why! Life is done better and it's more genuine! Two years ago I...

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Before my feet hit the floor I pray! This is a new habit I am making. It's one I fall in and out of too easy. This morning's devotion backed up why I am doing it. I thought I would share it on this Monday morning! May God bless you as you go through the motions of your day. I am working to...

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Tonight, my sweet Dossinator and I spent some quality time together! We decided after a busy, fun day that we would chill out. After flipping through countless movies, he let me pick one! I chose an oldie and one of my favorites...My Best Friend's Wedding! I was pleasantly surprised it was one he had never seen! At first, I was so nervous for...

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