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Things to be Miserable About?
Dec 13, 2009There is a book near my desk that I take out whenever I need a pick-me-up. It’s right next to the Bible. Its title is, “11,002 Things to be Miserable About.” I’m kidding, the book is UNDER the Bible. Anyway, it is a parody of the popular “14,000 Things to be Happy About,” a […]
Read MoreAnd The Winner Is…
Dec 11, 2009We are so grateful to everyone for participating in our very first Frugal Friday give-away. I hope you’ve taken the time to read through all of the amazing tips that your fellow Going Beyond readers posted. They are very thought provoking and challenging. More than once, my eyebrows were raised in surprise at how simple, yet strategic, […]
Read MoreFrugal Friday
It’s “Frugal Friday” here at Going Beyond Ministries! In fact, we’ve decided to declare today and every Friday between now and the end of January an official ministry and invite you to participate! This all started when Jerry and I had a conference call with the amazing Dave Ramsey last week. This guy’s as nice […]
Read MoreTravis Cottrell: Psalm 145 – Forever More
Dec 09, 2009Last week, we were talking about favorite worship songs and worship artists. One name seemed to pop up quite often: Travis Cottrell. It just so happens that Travis leads worship for the Deeper Still and Living Proof events….and no wonder! He and his team do an amazing job of truly leading a stadium of people […]
Read MoreDo You Have a Mentor?
Dec 08, 2009So glad you stopped by today because I am so anxious for you to meet some friends of mine. Seven years ago our ministry got a call from The First Baptist Church of Glenarden in Maryland, asking if I would come and minister at their women’s conference. Little did I know that accepting that invitation […]
Read MoreGo Ahead. Take Something From the Jewelry Box
Dec 07, 2009There is a really cool feature on this website that I’ve been meaning to tell you about. Actually, there are two. But one involves sparkly bling for your soul, so let’s focus on that one today because, let’s admit it, we love blingy things. Have you noticed the tab up there at the top of […]
Read MoreEphesians 3: 20,21
Dec 06, 2009Want to see my notes from Priscilla’s message at Deeper Still? Three Words: God. Is. Able. That’s all I need to know. Did God speak to your heart this weekend? We’d love to know what your “take away” was from the conference if you were there! Let’s hear your thoughts!
Read MoreMiss Beth: The Word…and The Hair
Dec 05, 2009My dear friend, “Miss Beth,” gave me a little sneak peak into what she is going to teach on this afternoon. Watch how fast our conversation went to all things “HAIR!” We just can’t seem to stay away from that subject, especially if it’s BIG hair. Isn’t she cuuute! ((video unavailable))
Read MoreDeeper Still – Behind the Scenes
Dec 04, 2009Linnae and I are back at the hotel after an incredible night at Deeper Still. Travis Cottrell and his team led some amazing worship and I was really blessed by the updated versions of the hymns we sang among the other songs. It was PAR’ful. Then, Kay Arthur preached the book of Hebrews. […]
Read MoreDeeper Still, Here We Come!
Dec 03, 2009The laundry is done, the kitchen is sorta clean, and my bags are mostly packed. I’ve been up until almost 1am, trying to finish up some work so I can leave Dallas in all good conscience. Well, my conscience hurts just a little because I’m leaving my husband and son with an empty refrigerator….BUT, […]
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