• Scripture verse 1 John 4:19 next to Bible and heart represents God’s love for us

    Does God Punish Us? 3 Assumptions We Make about God’s Unconditional Love and Justice

    Have you ever questioned God’s unconditional love? Someone recently asked me, “how can a loving God punish people for sin?” This isn’t the first time that I’ve heard such a question. Even so, it is a difficult question to answer because…

  • Image of heart next to an open Bible illustrates receiving God’s love

    How Can I Receive God’s Love? 3 Tips for Embracing God’s Unconditional Love for Us

    We know God loves us in our minds, but have we actually accepted and received His love in our hearts? God revealed His love for us through His word, Jesus’s sacrifice on the cross, and His presence in our daily lives.

  • Image of woman holding a cross in a patch of dirt illustrates growing faith in 2025

    7 Articles to Grow Your Faith in 2025 

    It’s 2025 and there’s no better way to start the new year than with God. In this blogpost, I’ll provide Shining Ever Brighter’s top seven blogpost to help you grow in your faith, boldly pursue God, and get the wisdom you…

  • Image of hands holding gift illustrate gratitude

    Live Everyday with a Grateful Heart

    Living with a grateful heart is essential to the Christian life. Everyday we receive God’s grace, blessings, and the opportunity to show our love and appreciation to our Heavenly Father. By starting our day with praise, learning to be optimistic, remembering…

  • Scrabble pieces spell phrase “I am with You” in reference to God speaking with Moses. Illustrates having confidence in God for your calling.

    Kingdom Confidence: Finding Our Confidence in God

    I wrote a letter to myself a few years ago. At the time, I was in a community leadership program. One of the leaders suggested that everyone write a letter to their future self. Who would we be? What did we…

  • Key with word “dream” etched into it next to four daisies illustrate finding your calling

    Help! I Still Can’t “Find” My Calling: More Tips for Finding God’s Purpose for Your Life

    In another blog, I discussed finding God’s calling for our lives and tips on how to discover your calling. I also posted blogs about people called by God in the Bible. Today, I want to share with you what you can…

  • Woman smiling and forming heart with hands represents loving self because designed for God’s calling

    Tips You May Never Have Heard about How to “Find” Your Calling

    Years ago, I felt God calling me into some kind of ministry. I was worrying about a work project when the Holy Spirit prompted me with this question, “how long will this project have an impact?” After thinking about it, I…

  • Woman raising hands to sun in sky illustrate discerning and hearing God’s voice

    Hearing Envy: Learning to Discern God’s Voice

    My cat has a great sense of hearing. Often times, he’ll hear things that I can’t. One day, he was sitting on my kitchen counter. I shooed him off the counter, but I noticed that he seemed fascinated by the kitchen…

  • Word “wisdom” spelled out in colorful felt letters illustrate wise word from God

    I Heard from God. Now What? What to Do After Receiving a Word from God

    Have you received a word of God? Receiving a word from God can be exciting and motivating as it could be just what we need to feel encouraged and pursue God’s plans for our lives. However, what we do after receiving…

  • Empty plate with clock on it illustrate fasting

    Fasting to Hear God’s Voice

    Fasting to hear God’s voice is one of the most powerful ways that we can connect with God. If you’re having trouble hearing God or just want to draw closer to God, fasting is a great option for seeking God. What…