Sunflowers, Addiction and Jesus
“Addiction is a reality, but I want to counter that today and say that Jesus is a reality too.” The words were hard to utter. I clutched the podium to give me some extra support as I ushered them from my mouth. I love public speaking. Speaking is my favorite thing. But the first eulogy…
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I cannot help but be delighted from head to toe when I am eating ice cream. When I was in early elementary school (maybe even pre-school) I heard a song in Kid’s Church that said, “I love Jesus better than ice cream, and ice cream’s pretty good”. I loved ice cream so much that hearing…
Read More From Drudgery to Delight
Imagine this. The sun has yet to come up, you position yourself on your favorite spot in the living room, the pillows are properly supporting your back. A warm cup of coffee is in your hand and your Study Bible is on your lap. Quiet Time invigorates you, and you have ample time for it…
Read More When Will It End? ~ Hurricane reflections from 2018
I am now living in south Florida, and outer bands of Hurricane Ian passed over us last night. My heart goes out to so many of my friends and family awaiting Ian in central Florida. I was reminded of this devotion I wrote back in 2018 and wanted to share it with you! Stay safe…
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I have lived in chronic pain since I was twelve years old. People ask me how I maintain a positive attitude, and one of my regular replies is “the grace of God.” One of the countless qualities and characteristics that put Christianity in an entirely different category from other religions is that one small word.…
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The Story Behind ‘From Weary To Worship
Dear Sister, Hello and welcome to “From Weary To Worship”. I am very glad to meet you here. My name is Kelly Arena and I am, first and foremost, a child of God. My life has been marked by various physical difficulties including a rare genetic disability diagnosed when I was twelve years old that…
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Thanksgiving Thoughts: 30 Day Devotional on Gratitude by Kelly Freed Arena
October 28th – Thanksgiving Day! Click below to download the PDF Devotional Book. Thanksgiving Thoughts by Kelly Freed Arena Click below for the printable “Your Thanksgiving Thoughts“ (or write in your own journal) to get the most out of the application section for each day. Your Thanksgiving Thoughts Journal Pages
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