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What Makes You Feel Most Alive?
A Sunday morning at an unfamiliar church led to a familiar Bible passage and one question I can't stop thinking about: What are you doing when you feel most alive? Here's what God reminded me about purpose, gifts, and Ephesians 2:10.
Joni Lynn Schwartz
1 day ago3 min read


The First Pages of My New Journal: Why Reading the Bible Every Day Matters
As I started a new journal, I looked back through the Bible verses I'd collected over the past year. One theme kept appearing: stay in God's Word. Here are five reasons reading the Bible every day matters.
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Jul 93 min read


You Never Know the Difference Your Story Will Make
A woman shared a story she'd been telling for decades. Days later, my daughter was still retelling it. It reminded me of Paul, who never stopped sharing how Jesus changed his life—and why our stories matter more than we think.
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Jun 113 min read


When Obedience Feels Gross
Sometimes healing looks nothing like we imagine. Naaman faced the muddy Jordan River; I’m facing the dreaded boot. On the other side of obedience is God’s plan— and I hope healing is included.
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Sep 26, 20252 min read


Stronger Together: The Power of a Dream Team
"The power of a dream team—each person doing their part, working in harmony, and creating a flow that makes a difference.
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Feb 2, 20252 min read


Finding Comfort in the Shadow of Loss
This week, my heart is heavy with sadness over the tragic loss of a little boy. I grieve for his family and all who knew him and still...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Jan 4, 20252 min read


God's Recurring Messages
A few weeks ago, I shared about spending 6 minutes in silence with God and feeling like I wasn’t hearing anything. Despite that, I've...
Joni Lynn Schwartz
Sep 1, 20242 min read
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