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During our recent Called to Launch workshop, a couple of ladies shared something with me that has stayed on my heart. They talked about how they had felt led by God to step out and do certain things in ministry, but the words and opinions of others had caused them to pull back. Some had questioned their motives, suggesting they were trying to build their own kingdoms, draw attention to themselves, or simply be seen. What touched my heart most was realizing that these ladies weren’t lacking a...

For years, when I heard someone describe a Proverbs 31 woman, I pictured a woman who was gentle, kind, patient, and always seemed to have everything together. A woman who served her family, loved the Lord, and quietly went about doing good. And while those are beautiful qualities, I’ve recently been learning something about Scripture that has stirred my heart. There is so much more to this woman than I once understood. Since returning from Israel, I’ve had a growing hunger to study God’s Word...

Have you ever been judged, rejected, misunderstood, called names, or labeled by someone who claims to follow Jesus? Maybe you’ve been defined by your past, a mistake you’ve made, or simply because you understand something in Scripture differently. If so, can I gently remind you of something? You’re in good company. Even Jesus experienced rejection, false accusations, and harsh judgment from religious people. Some of the very people who knew the Scriptures and taught others about God failed to...