November 9, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Spiritual books are my companions on my way home to God. Books are my spiritual friends and I love spending time with them. And most of all I love that they enrich my thinking, empower my spiritual walk, and encourage … Continue reading
Pin ItOctober 24, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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When we are reconciled to God through Christ, we are made new. Suddenly, by grace, the beta version of us is launched. The old (alpha) life is gone, a new (beta) life bubbles inside of us. But, as you know, … Continue reading
Pin ItOctober 12, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Spiritual disciplines are nothing more than ways to connect with God in such ways that increase spiritual growth. They are ways that help us to get to know God deeper and deeper. They are ways that get us refocused on … Continue reading
Pin ItOctober 1, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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As nights are getting longer and darker I am reminded of the battle of darkness and light. Thankfully we know that God has won the battle on the cross. Gratefully we realize that darkness have no say over us. Blessedly … Continue reading
Pin ItSeptember 21, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Failure is something that we try to avoid at all costs. We think it will be the end of the world. Or, at least, the end of our personal world. But kingdom living IS upside down living. Failure is not … Continue reading
Pin ItSeptember 19, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Do you think upright-living is uptight-living? Did you know that upright-living does not mean joy-less living? It means joy-filled living instead. Because upright-living is God-honoring and God is joy. But, sure, we do need to stick to Jesus with patient … Continue reading
Pin ItSeptember 17, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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One of my favorite quotes is this one by William Blake: “I myself do nothing. The Holy Spirit accomplishes all through me.” That’s what being a Christian means. It’s not about me or my (in)abilities. It’s about God and his … Continue reading
Pin ItSeptember 7, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Last Friday I shared about my lowest point in my life and how God has wondrously healed me. But for a long time I carried around regrets. If I only could have seen it coming. If I only had not … Continue reading
Pin ItSeptember 5, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Do you try make yourself a better person? Or do you trust God work in you to make you a person of grace? There’s a world of difference between those two ways of life. Self-strength stages an illusion. God creates … Continue reading
Pin ItAugust 27, 2012
by Mari-Anna Stålnacke @flowingfaith
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Do you try hard to be perfect in every way? Are you afraid of letting your hear down? Do you wonder if you are good enough? Are you tired of trying to succeed? Watchman Nee has said “Many Christians endeavor … Continue reading
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