It's been four years since I lovingly said goodbye to my online magazine and blog, Putting on the New. This site, as some of you may remember, ran for over five years and hosted a variety of Christian women, all writing about their individual walk. The theme was centered around Ephesans 4:24, [Read More]
From the Putting on the New Archives
The Freeing Power of Forgiveness
I've been thinking a lot about forgiveness. People misunderstand it sometimes. At least, I used to misunderstand it. I used to think that when I forgave I was letting someone "off the hook." But as I got older, I realized the freeing power of forgiveness and how much it lifts the burdens of anger [Read More]
For I Know the Plans I Have for You
Enjoy this post from the Putting on the New archives. When it comes to encouraging Bible verses, there's none better than Jer 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." Not to harm you. That's [Read More]
Drive By Religion
This post is from the Putting on the New archives, and dates from a few years ago, right after my family made a big move to a new town. I just moved to a new town, and I've been trying to find a new church, meet my neighbors, and all the rest of the things you do when you relocate. The other day [Read More]
Encouraging Bible Quotes
Today, I'd like to share a post from the Putting on the New archives. This was a post I wrote when I noticed how many people searched for "encouraging Bible quotes." I think we are all looking for positivity and encouragement, something that will uplift us and give us hope. The Bible is the place [Read More]