effective solutions

My daughter, Jessie, is scared of fireworks. Actually, the truer statement is my daughter Jessie is petrified of noise. All soothing techniques never worked with Jessie when she was small.   Whether it was me, my husband, or my mom who was holding her close the first boom and her eyes would change.  Terror filled.  Then … More effective solutions

be bold

Last week we had great conversation in our Small Group session around our new series about weathering storms.  The Storm series is focused in the book of Psalms and one of the highlights of our discussion was about how can we hold more tightly to the promises of God even, and especially when, those promises … More be bold

He’s got Plans

Jeremiah 29:11  “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you.  Plans to give you hope and a future.” Summer. School is out.  Even for those of us who are working Moms summer offers a respite.  Somehow, those hours we couldn’t capture during … More He’s got Plans

He’s got Plans

Jeremiah 29:11  “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you.  Plans to give you hope and a future.” Summer. School is out.  Even for those of us who are working Moms summer offers a respite.  Somehow, those hours we couldn’t capture during … More He’s got Plans

Hello world!

Joy here.   Again. Some of you know me from purelyjoyous.  I’ve added this blog site to specifically share the weekly devotional series I write for my Small Group and Small Group coaches. Welcome.  Hope you enjoy.