James 1 2 3

My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. [JAMES 1:2-3]

If you've wondered how to get more faith, you might be surprised to learn that it's not really all that complicated. We're the ones who make faith complicated. Not God. Join me as I weave the simple tips I've learned through my own faith journey to help you grow in faith.

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

Our Scripture memory verse for the month is James 1:2-4 so I created this wallpaper for my iPhone. Feel free to use it or read my post & make your own.

Sometimes God doesn’t change your situation because he is trying to change your heart.

We often ask God to change our situation, not knowing He put us in that situation to change us.

Perseverance … ah… this one is a tricky one. I’ve told my kids it means “working hard and never giving up.” This virtue and my lack of authority in this area became abundantly clear this week. Larson wanted to quit soccer and she shed some real tears. My response was inspiring. “Ok – you don’t...