Adoption is many things. It’s a choice and a commitment. It’s choosing to bring a child into a family and to treat them without distinction from a biological child. It’s also legal and final. Ultimately, it’s a beautiful act of love- and it’s what the eternal God has done for those who are in Christ. Continue reading “Forever the Father’s Child”
Author Archives: Nicole Byrum
A Thing of Beauty
Those of you who know me know I’m not artistic. Creative, yes. You want me to whip up content for a presentation or podcast? I got you. Create a devotional or write an article or book? No problem. But artistic? Nope. Not by a long shot! I can’t draw, paint, or craft. (And please don’tContinue reading “A Thing of Beauty”
But God
Some of my favorite parts of Scripture contain the word “but.” Perhaps the most famous verse with this beautiful conjunction is Ephesians 2:4-5, “But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ- by graceContinue reading “But God”
Friday Night Hospitality
As September rolls on in, two of my favorite things roll in with it: Friday night lights and Saturday morning cross country meets. I just love those crisp early mornings and that quintessential “fall feeling” I get as I race around the cross country courses cheering on my kids! But over the years, I’ve alsoContinue reading “Friday Night Hospitality”
Beach Breakfast
*This article first appeared in the April issue of Faith on Every Corner Magazine This month we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior. And while I will never read more glorious words than the angel’s proclamation that Jesus has risen, I must confess that my favorite scene in all the Bible comes after the emptyContinue reading “Beach Breakfast”
Doubt Wrestling, Part II
Apologetics. While it can feel scary to harbor doubt, we can rest assured that all of our difficult questions have true answers- we just have to be brave enough to ask them and persistent enough to see them through. Whatever questions we may have- whether about the existence of God, the reliability of Scripture, orContinue reading “Doubt Wrestling, Part II”
Doubt Wrestling, Part I
Though nobody likes to admit it, we all struggle with doubt in our walk with the Lord. We doubt His goodness and faithfulness, and we question if He will keep His promises. And sometimes, we may even doubt things like His existence, the reality of Jesus, and the reliability of His word. Often, these thingsContinue reading “Doubt Wrestling, Part I”
“Too” Wrestling
Like Goldilocks, we are people who live with ideals in our minds. We know how hot we like our showers and coffee, the number of hours of sleep we most prefer, and how toasty we like our toast. Typically, these types of everyday ideals don’t get us into trouble. But what about the ones thatContinue reading ““Too” Wrestling”
Dickens and Dostoevsky
While it’s a true saying that “comparison is the thief of joy,” I would argue that it steals even more than that. Its thievery also includes opportunities and vulnerability. But in order for this kind of malicious theft to take place, something must also be given. And what comparison gives is fear and inadequacy. WeContinue reading “Dickens and Dostoevsky”
Taming the Tea: Part V
Overcoming the Temptation to Gossip We’ve covered a lot of ground over the last 4 lessons! I pray you’ve been challenged, as well as encouraged, during our time together 🙂 However, I know the battle against gossip will be ongoing. There will be times we will be very tempted to engage in it! In thisContinue reading “Taming the Tea: Part V”
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