I often find myself relating to Jesus, who would retreat in a boat to find solitude away from the crowds. Living on a sailboat provides me with plenty of time for deep reflection and personal conversations with my Creator. It’s in these moments of quiet that I hear His voice most clearly, and I do my best to share the insights, thoughts, and revelations from these sacred conversations with you here in this corner of our blog.
But as I sit here on this rocking boat, I’m reminded of a different kind of rest—a deeper, more lasting peace that doesn’t come from holidays or getaways. Jesus offers us the ultimate reprieve. His invitation echoes softly yet powerfully:
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Christmas reminds us that faith isn’t always loud or bold; sometimes, it’s quiet and steady. It’s believing in the unseen, trusting in God’s timing, and holding on to His promises even when life feels uncertain. Faith says, “God is working,” even in the silence.
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The Father didn’t merely name a star after us—He gave us the very One who hung those stars in the sky. And all so that, thousands of years later, we could open our hands and receive the gift of eternal life.
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A marriage built on the Rock of Ages is not without its challenges, but it is filled with the promise of hope, love, and resilience. By making Christ the foundation, embracing agape love, navigating trials together, and practicing forgiveness, couples can cultivate a lasting relationship that glorifies God.
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Allow Him to heal what’s broken and strengthen what’s weak. Your marriage can be a place where love, joy, and peace abound, not only for you but for the little ones who are learning about life, love, and God through you.
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Let us seek the kind of love that covers our failures and builds a foundation for the next generation. Even if we feel it’s too late to change the past, God’s grace can still reshape our future. It’s never too late to surrender our marriages to Him and show our children the redeeming power of God’s love.
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In my moments of hurt, when pride swells up and forgiveness feels out of reach, I’ve learned to turn my eyes to the cross. It’s there that I find the strength to lay down my pride, to forgive, and to extend the grace that I’ve been given time and time again.
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When you decide to commit to one another, and the question of engagement is asked, it’s not just a step toward a wedding day. It’s a step toward a life journey, a covenant rooted in the love of Christ, who designed marriage to be a reflection of His unbreakable bond with us
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My soul fills with peace. This is my person—the one who fills the loud and the quiet moments of life. He cushions the blows when life gets tough, fills the empty spaces with his presence, and stays when the world feels like it’s walking away.
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Since we began sailing, we’ve relied completely on the promises in God’s Word—not just for our spiritual well-being, but for our daily needs like food, income, and security. We’ve faced moments of fear and doubt, yet through it all, we have remained in the hands of our Father, who is the Bread of Life. When
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The beauty of spiritual warfare is that we don’t fight for victory; we fight FROM victory. Jesus has already conquered sin, death, and the enemy.
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When we pray for hope, we are not simply asking for a temporary reprieve from our struggles. We are inviting God to infuse our hearts with His perspective, giving us the strength to endure and the assurance that He is working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28).
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The battle you face today is not the end of your story. God has promised you victory. “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 15:57). Your victory may not look like what you imagined, but it is guaranteed because God is with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5).
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Worship isn’t just something we do; it’s a place where we meet God. When we declare His character, we are reminded of His faithfulness and His promises. Our circumstances may not immediately change, but our perspective does. We begin to see our situations through the lens of His love and sovereignty.
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So many times putting on the mask is just so much easier, in our relationships with our husbands, families, friends, and even strangers it seems as if the only time the mask can come off is with God. That moment when you plant your weary soul into His lap and wait to hear Him say Gwen you are mine, loved, cherished, and forgiven.
This realization has transformed my perspective, my bible study even my walk with God, making me more aware of the sacredness of each breath and the closeness of God’s presence within me.
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It would be easy to say all of this was easy, but since failing and losing my first marriage I can tell you that this is hard. I don’t always want to pray for Andre, I sometimes want to curl up into a ball and not stand strong but I have learnt in these 20 years of marriage and praying for Andre that in my strength I could never make it.
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Take a moment to breathe deeply. With each breath, remember that you are inhaling the life-giving presence of God.
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When life’s storms rage—when illness strikes, relationships fracture, or dreams shatter—we stand firm. Our whispered words become lighthouses, guiding lost ships back to safe harbours. We intercede for prodigals, for broken marriages, for nations torn apart. Our tears water barren-ground, and hope blooms.
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Our audible, honest prayers impact our children. They watch, listen, and model our conversations with the Lord. A praying woman sets an example, teaching her children how to talk to God.
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