Here are a few things we are thankful for this year.  And yes, the small things are often the big things!

Hub City Nutrition is Angela's favorite place for all the yummy meal replacement shakes and nutritional drinks.  Her current favorite is Banana Pudding Shake and Wonder Woman Tea.  

Fun cozy socks!  Target has cute ones.  These are sure to make someone smile.

Podcasts! Listen to all the podcasts!  We are huge Jennie Allen fans. Her podcast is titled "Made for this."  

We have to mention Voxer.  This crazy app has given us so much opportunity for growth in our friendship and our walk with the Lord. It's perfect for those of us who are busy wrangling jobs, family and all the other responsibilities.  

Beachbody on Demand is Angela's workout plan.  Ask her if you have questions.  

Have that spontaneous fun with your family! It's ok to not be predictable and most definitely get out of your comfort zone!

Any bible reading plan. Pick one that works for you.  Angela is working through a one year bible reading plan called the Bible Recap. Fran started that one but learned that plan isn't for her and is currently reading through Philippians at her own pace.

Ministry opportunities are all around! Don't get frustrated when an interruption by another person occurs during the day.  Love them well by giving them the time they need.

Finally, hugs.  Angela likes hugs and misses hugs since the pandemic began all those months ago.  She is thankful for any hug she can get.  Fran?  Notsomuch. She is a words of affirmation girl.  She'll grab those any chance she can get. 

Remember, the little things are the big things. Take time to thank God for them.

If you are feeling selfish or been living selfishly in any way, give.  Give of your time, your possessions, your money, your gifts and talents. Give above and beyond. 

RIFA: "Our mission is to reach out with the love of Christ to provide physical and spiritual nourishment." More info on RIFA

God did not give us a spirit of fear! 2 Timothy 1:7

"The only difference between "that side" and "this side" is grace." Dan Ward

"We don't have the ability to fix ourselves." Dan Ward 

We may know about Jesus but do we know Jesus?  

Serve somewhere!

"This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it!" Psalm 118:24

The World Race

"We can have hard things happen to us, but we can also have joy in the middle of that hard thing."

"Hope anchors the soul." Hebrews 6:19

Jesus asks, "What do you want me to do for you?"

"Jesus is the source of our joy!" 

Union University Volleyball Team

Church of the City in Franklin, TN

Laurel's Blog

John 13:34

Jesus is the hero of our story!

The enemy is out to steal, kill and destroy our faith. Jesus came to give us an abundant life.

Stewarding vs control

Lord, we must abide in you to have victory! 

Begin your day with a posture of gratitude. What are 3 things you are thankful for each day?

Thanksgiving 2020!

"Jesus is Better" by Austin Stone Worship

What is Voxer?  It's such a great app to communicate with your people!

Truth alert: " I was exhausted from my own efforts."

"We are not created to live on high alert all the time."  Thank you Angela for that truth!

Do not feel bad about taking a Sabbath.  We all need rest.  Set aside time each week for true rest. 

R.C Sproul quote

Matthew 11:25-28

Hannah is 22 years old. She was a student athlete in college, served on SGA, tutored 2nd grade children, worked in the admissions office at Union University and one of the dearest, wisest souls I know.

Hannah has graduated college with an Economics degree and works for the National Immigration Forum advocating for the vulnerable.

In this episode we talk about what it means to be well informed as a follower of Christ.  

What does it mean to lead with convictional kindness?

A highly recommended book from Hannah is Onward, by Dr. Russell Moore. 

"Policy and politics should matter to people because people matter to God."

Zach is a 27 year old cop, Sunday School teacher to 11th and 12th grade guys, assistant high school basketball coach and a small town guy who lives his life for the Lord with such humility, transparency, and fun! 

Luke 8; Jesus calms the storm

"The storm may be bigger than me, but it's not bigger than God."

"Jesus is the best thing that has ever happened to me."

What is the toughest thing that high school guys, young guys in general, are up against in today's world?  "Their identity.  Who am I?"

Dating with integrity: "If you aren't content in your singleness, you will not be content in your relationship." 

Salvation: "I'm not going to let my pride keep me out of heaven."

When dealing with grief as a follower of Christ:  "Be sure and talk with someone who is a Christian."

Before we dive into the episode, we talk about Angela's fabulous top from Cabi.  Isn't it just too cute?  But aren't she and Lydia even cuter??

This is the 1st of 4 episodes in the series titled, "The Future Looks Bright." Today you will hear from our darling, brave friend Lydia who found herself pregnant at the age of 16. It was not the route  she wanted to take at first, but ultimately Lydia chose life for her baby. Before she chose life Lydia was convinced she would be having an abortion.

After talking with her friend, Kaylee, and Kaylee's mom (our very own Angela), Lydia knew that "my baby can have a future and so can I."

Lydia was under the wonderful care of our local pregnancy center, Birth Choice while she was pregnant. 

Young Lives 

Ashley is a follower of Christ, wife to Eric, and mom to many.  She also works alongside her husband who is a licensed counselor.

"Ashley give me courage because she goes first." - Angela 

"Be kind to yourself" during hard seasons when you are doing hard work is something Ashely teaches both of us any time we are with her. 

As we look at the pain in our lives, Ashley encourages us to read our story from the beginning.  We were made for perfect love. That is God's original design.  Do not be afraid to read the hard parts of your story.

Forgiveness--Jesus forgave from the depth of His pain and so can we!  Restoration is on the other side of this pain! 

We must learn to see things through the lens of the cross. 

When you are in conversation with someone who is hurting, instead of asking "How are you?" let us reframe the question with "What do you need?"