January Book of the Month- The Dream of You
In this powerful book, Jo examines Biblical figures and shares her personal story as she invites you to turn to the One who knows you intimately and loves you deeply.
Trust, With Every Fiber of Your Being
For the past 2 Fridays I have been posting directly from the Jesus Calling devotional, like I do every year. I use the last three weeks of December to take a slight break from Seele to refuel and quiet myself from the year and the holiday rush. The voice that Sarah Young, the writer of each devotional, is writing in is the voice our Triune God- as if he is sitting across the table speaking directly to you.
The Majestic Mystery of the Incarnation
For the next 2 Fridays I will be posting directly from the Jesus Calling devotional, like I do every year. I use the last three weeks of December to take a slight break from Seele to refuel and quiet myself from the year and the holiday rush. The voice that Sarah Young, the writer of each devotional, is writing in is the voice our Triune God- as if he is sitting across the table speaking directly to you.
Supporting Social Enterprise in Bangladesh Through CARE Living Blue
LIVING BLUE is a catalyst to improve conditions for women. In Bangladesh they are benefitting women artisans who make scarves and designs, which are sold in the West. The profit supports these women artisans and their families. The project has increased wages, food and nutrition security and health for more than 7500 families in 121 rural communities across Bangladesh.
Christmas Isn’t Christmas without Irving Berlin
For another Christmas, music teacher, Cassandra Smith Portee has opened up the life of composer and songwriter, Irving Berlin, a Russian immigrant who lived in the US and who contributed to the world a Christmas timepiece.
Break the Pattern to Conform
Seele contributor, Rebekah Mazzei sheds light on the fact that not conforming to this world, but being an inhabitant of it, we have an advantage to break the mold of what is normal thinking and to truly act set apart from the rest.
Be Still and Tune In
For the next 3 Fridays I will be posting directly from the Jesus Calling devotional, like I do every year. I use the last three weeks of December to take a slight break from Seele to refuel and quiet myself from the year and the holiday rush. The voice that Sarah Young, the writer of each devotional, is writing in is the voice our Triune God- as if he is sitting across the table speaking directly to you.
CARE- Global Leaders Network and Supporting Girls in Afghanistan
Recently, Seele interviewed, Beth Solomon, the Managing Director of External Affairs and Development for the Network. The interview was done in conjunction with a reception that the Network held last night at the Embassy of Afghanistan in Washington, DC, supporting Afghan Girls and Their Dreams.
The Lies we accept as Truth Satan’s lies vs Gods truth: the battle for our minds
Kimberlie Kessler is a mom, nurse, caretaker, business owner and blogger, she is a shameless Jesus follower and java junkie. She unpacks how we can often believe the lies of the enemy and accept them as truth.
Building Up Evidence Against Yourself
It’s amazing how God gives us free will and if we wish it, He will back away and let us do life ourselves. He’s a smart parent. He has been parenting for thousands of years, and so, He knows what He’s doing with people.
Shifting From Self
Medical assistant from Berlin, Carolin Lingenberg offers a poignant reminder of the importance of shifting from self to caring about the needs of others.
Legacies of Love
Rebecca Lee is a photographer based in New England. She parallels photography and the legacy photos leave, with how we as people we leave legacies.
How reading the Bible patiently can help us learn its lessons
Seele Contributor Ben Mack, writes on how reading the Bible with patience, allowing the words to slowly set in will allow you to hear God in a clearer way.
On Trial- How Many are you Snatching?
I have been writing on the topic of: "If you were on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?" We can get so consumed with the deeper questions of our faith, or simply get too busy to think about this question, and forget the basics of whether we're actually living and looking like a Christian. The topics covered in this series are: Relationship With God | Fruit of the Spirit | Orphans, Widows, Foreigners | Justice, Mercy, Walking Humbly. This is the final week in the series and I will look at topic of: "how many are you snatching from the fire?"
December Book of the Month- Becoming
A raw and honest look at Clint’s very own struggles, how he was able to overcome them, and experience wholeness. His story is one that will empower you to overcome your challenges, and experience your own transformation. By reading this, you will learn how to “love the process to wholeness."
An Intimate Chat with Cathy Clarke
Cathy and her husband are the lead pastors of Hillsong Church London. They moved from Australia to start Hillsong, and with a vision they have and still are guiding the church in the UK.
On Trial- Justice, Mercy, Walking Humbly
If you were on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? We can get so consumed with the deeper questions of our faith, or simply get too busy to think about this question, and forget the basics of whether we're actually living and looking like a Christian. This week I will look at three simple things God requires of us. These three things are examples of the evidence of what a Christian should look like.
Country Music Singer, Curtis Grimes Talks Music, Fans and Faith
To hear Curtis Grimes sing is to take a trip through the heart of country music. A Texas native, Grimes is a collegiate baseball player and in 2011 he appeared on reality TV show, “The Voice.” finished in the top 10 under Coach Ceelo Green. In this interview he talks music, fans and faith.
3 Questions for Christy Wright, for Women's Entrepreneurship Day
Christy is a best selling author and host of the podcast, Business Boutique. Christy is passionate about equipping women with the knowledge and steps they need to successfully run and grow a business. Today is Women's Entrepreneurship Day, is a day that recognizes women's entrepreneurs, and Christy answers 3 questions about women going into business.
On Trial: Orphans, Widows and Foreigners
If you were on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? We can get so consumed with the deeper questions of our faith, or simply get too busy to think about this question, and forget the basics of whether we're actually living and looking like a Christian. This week I will look at the topic of “religion that God accepts.”