How To Find Joy In Life
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
3M ago
In the Garden of Eden, joy filled Adam and Eve’s hearts. Each time the Lord’s eyes crinkled with joy and sunshine burst forth as He smiled upon them, a warm glow of belonging flowed through their being. Their eyes alight with reflected joy, they smiled with calm delight. Nourished by His love, attuned to His delight and joyful acceptance, they basked in His presence, in complete harmony with their Beloved Lord. Into the midst of an environment of joy and perfection, Satan appeared in the form of a snake – the great Sneer came to assault the Smile of the Heavenly Father and kill all joy. When h ..read more
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The Antidote to Toxic Shame
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
4M ago
Two Kinds of Shame Do you know the two kinds of shame? One leads us to examine our life, so we walk in peace. The other undermines our identity by lying to us and stealing our peace. Discerning the difference can help you avoid a shame spiral. Is Shame Healthy? There is one kind of shame that is healthy. Our conscience causes us to experience healthy shame when we violate one of God’s moral codes. This shame signals broken connection with God. It points to something we did and it tells us, “That action is not acceptable. You need forgiveness.” If we respond to healthy shame by coming to t ..read more
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Healing Art Activity to Survive the Holidays
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
4M ago
The holidays are fast upon us! This is a time where some of us experience ambivalence. There is often tension between looking forward with anticipation to traditions and connections, while secretly feeling nervous, even afraid of rejection, worrying no one will want to be with us. Let’s pause and breathe. YOU are an incredible person with incredible potential. Rather than be trapped in the busyness of making everything perfect, or worrying about the what ifs, let’s look for opportunities to make memories! Give yourself permission to relax and enjoy the moment. Make time to be in the Lord’s ..read more
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The Oil of Joy in Your Life
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
1y ago
The Messiah came to anoint those who mourn with the oil of joy. Isaiah 61:3b Life Has Seasons  Think about that! Joy is a glorious thing. Calm delight is a treasure beyond compare and vital to our transformational journey through life. And that oil of joy is prepared to be poured over your head in the midst of whatever you are facing. But life has seasons. If a season arrives prematurely, it might result in havoc and even lead to famine. As Believers in Jesus, we forget about seasons like winter, thinking the promise of the spiritual realm always supersedes the natural cycle of life t ..read more
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Learn to Know Yourself & Experience Healthy Vulnerability
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
1y ago
Did you know it takes courage to be vulnerable? It really does. Just because you love Jesus doesn’t mean you are vulnerable – that is a daily life choice that must be learned and pursued. What Does it Mean to Be Vulnerable? According to Webster’s Dictionary, vulnerable comes from the Latin noun vulnus -which means wound and once referred to having the capability of being physically wounded. Today, the connotation of being vulnerable, is to be defenseless to either physical or verbal attacks.   Let me quickly say, lest there be any misunderstanding, I do not advocate letting other ..read more
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What Do You Need? Your Desires Provide a Clue
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
1y ago
Getting to the Heart of Desire Every baby cries to give expression to unmet needs. When he is hungry, we feed him. When he is cold, we cover him. When he is wet, we change him. When he is sick, we take him to the doctor. It is good to satisfy the child’s physical needs. Many think that is good parenting. Desire points to a need. But what happens when only physical needs are met? Unmet Desires Create Lack and Wounding If a baby’s deep inner hunger to be seen, heard, validated, soothed, safe and secure remain unmet, it leaves him vulnerable and insecure as he desperately seeks to fill ..read more
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Share the Joy of the Magi
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
1y ago
Did you know the New Testament’s first use of the root word for joy is in Matthew, speaking of the wise men who traveled to Israel from Persia? The Prophecies of Daniel Pointed to the Messiah Daniel, an Old Testament prophet greatly loved by God, grew to a position of trust and influence in Persia. He was also what we would call an astronomer, knowing and studying the sky for signs of the coming Messiah.   The magi were students of Daniel’s prophecies and diligently observed the skies. When they saw the special star appear, they knew the birth of the promised King of Israel was ha ..read more
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Do You Ever Feel Worthless? The High Priestly Garments Tell a Story of Your Great Value
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
1y ago
Light and Memories Did you know when a beam of light shines across your path, it alters your DNA? Wow!   December is a special time of year with a profusion of lights on trees, with homes and communities arrayed in colorful garments.   Don’t you love the colors and lights of Christmas?   Close your eyes and take a deep breath, allowing memories of childhood to flood back. Smell the delicious aromas of baking cookies, the cinnamon and spices of pumpkin pies, and the heavenly scent of pine needles.   Did you do it? That little exercise caused your hypot ..read more
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Colorful Jesus + Healing Art Activity
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
1y ago
Did you know color is a central characteristic of the Lord Jesus? Let me explain. Ezekiel tells us of his vision.   “And I saw as the colour of amber, as the appearance of fire round about within it, from the appearance of his loins even upward, and from the appearance of his loins even downward, I saw as it were the appearance of fire, and it had brightness round about. Like the appearance of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day, so was the appearance of the brightness all around it. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. So when I saw it, I ..read more
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God Gave Us Color; a Gift to Bless Us
TRANSFORMATIVE | Spiritual Transformation in the Bible
by Barbara Hitching
1y ago
The Healing Power of Color? What if God gave us color as a gift to help us find healing? Could it be a reminder of His presence and a testament that He cares? God’s Color Palette Have you ever thought of God’s color palette? Looking about, you see the cool blues of the skies and the ocean. You take a breath and relax when surrounded by the abundant warm greens of grass and trees.   Colors are active; they tell a story by evoking a mood or feelings. They enhance our lives and delight our senses.   Thinking of color, I went to the Word and discovered something fresh. The H ..read more
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