Friend, there is only one thing in the world that is truly outlasting, enduring beyond all, outstaying, and remaining against the odds—and it is the Ultimate, Outlasting Love of God.
Author Archives: Melanie Talevski
Want to Flourish? Start to Nourish
When we become nourished in these ways our roots go down deep and we become like a tree planted by rivers of water. This is God’s will for each of us—not just a barely getting by or holding on lifestyle—but a thriving, blooming, fruit-bearing life!
22 Things I’m Looking Forward To in 2022
22 things I am excited for in 2022 & A Blessing for You in 2022: May you find hope in His presence this new year and all the exciting things to come. May you find a strength filling you, surrounding you— the strength of our Lord Jesus Christ. May you find courage provided by His presence alone for this year of 2022. I pray you’d find hidden pockets of grace, surprises in His presence, and abundance that comes in trusting the Father. May you be blessed in every way in 2022.
Plan “Be”
In a time when all kinds of lists are made, goals are identified, the pressure to be something becomes great. Be stronger, be skinnier, be kinder, be more aware, be more involved, be on top of your finances, be healthy… the list goes on, and on, and on. But according to 1 Thessalonians 5:24, instead of the world’s mantra of “be something”– our mantra in Christ becomes simply “be”! As we trust Him–the trustworthy one– He will complete His work in us. He will complete us body, mind, Spirit. He will accomplish His plans for our lives.
The Night Love Lit the Sky
It was night that God’s unconditional love lit the whole sky… a night that changed the lives of not only the lowly shepherds out in their fields tending sheep but also changed that of a nation, that of a world– that of you and me.
Slow & Sweet Savor
It’s like my heart said, “Psst! These are the moments of our lives. Don’t miss out!” The feeling of peace, no hurry, no rush, fell over me and I realized, “Yes, what is life worth living if not for these moments?” It makes me want to live with that purpose each day to SAVOR.
Peach Promises
Maybe a peach tree has more to do with life than originally thought. The prime peach we wait for still clings to the branch, not ready for harvest. But a handful of other ones– they are ready for the harvest and even fall to the ground. Life is definitely similar…
Top Ten Moments of Summer
No matter what events mark our summer season (perhaps shifts and changes with job or expectations, helping elderly relatives, trauma, even a tragic misplacement of home) we can be confident that God is taking care of us. He is redeeming that which was formed as a curse against us and bringing His goodness to the forefront. We will see His goodness (Psalm 27:13).
A Place of Rest
Yes, I pray that both you and I would wrap ourselves in the quilt of FAITH starting here and now. It’s faith that leads to a restful, calm, trusting life. Even when we are surrounded on every side. Even when physically it looks like things can’t possibly work out.
Deep Restoration
It is often in these mindful moments… the space that is made… that we can finally see and hear God. He’s been here all along, but often our urgent to-do-lists, social connections and life situations cause us to put Him on hold— when really it would majorly benefit us to learn the skill of putting life on hold for our connection with the Lord.
Melanie Talevski 