Author Archives: LauraMac
Sunday Soaking: Glory from the Nations
“Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples.”I Chronicles 16:24 “Ascribe to the LORD, all you families of nations, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength.”I Chronicles 16:28 “Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous … Continue reading
Mary Heart / Martha Home: Beef Taco Soup
On a cold, dreary winter day, few things are more delicious and comforting than a bowl of hot homemade soup! Taco soup is a favorite for many of us, but the version featured in this week’s Martha Monday video has … Continue reading
You’re Invited to join Laura in Branson!
Cross My Heart is pleased to host our first (and Lord, willing, annual) spring retreat in Branson, Missouri: New Every Morning Branson Towers | Branson, MO April 25-27, 2025 Retreat registration includes: five teaching sessions, two nights lodging, breakfast, snacks … Continue reading
Sunday Soaking: Come to the Sanctuary
“I have seen you in the sanctuaryand beheld your power and your glory.”Psalm 63:2 David opens Psalm 63 by declaring who God is and who He is to him personally: “O God, you are my God…” Not only is He … Continue reading
Sunday Soaking: God’s Glory – A Consuming Fire
“To the Israelites the glory of the LORD looked like a consuming fire on top of the mountain.”Exodus 24:17 The glory of the Lord was revealed in the Old Testament with a striking visual. The power of a consuming fire … Continue reading
Mary Heart / Martha Home: Ten Key Points
Those who subscribe to our email list and regularly view our YouTube videos know there are two free downloads that we make available every month: our Write the WORD bookmark and our ‘Do It!’ List. What you may not know … Continue reading
Sunday Soaking: Will It Glorify God?
…everyone who is called by my name,whom I created for my glory.Isaiah 43:7 God created us for Himself, for His glory. It seems fitting, then, that we’ll begin the new year by focusing on GLORY in our January Write the … Continue reading
Sunday Soaking: Us, Too!
“…and all peoples on earthwill be blessed through you.”Genesis 12:3b God chose Abram. He plucked him up from a pagan place and gave him a new name, a new purpose, and a promise of greatness. Through Abram, God would grow … Continue reading
Sunday Soaking: Not What You Would Expect
Not What You Would Expect: Isaac (Not Ishmael), Genesis 17:19Jacob (not Esau), Genesis 28:14 In a Jewish patriarchal society, the first-born son is typically the expected choice for lineage and inheritance. But God’s ways are not always our ways (Isaiah … Continue reading
Mary Heart / Martha Home: Chocolate Cherry Brownies … YUM!
Laura has a new recipe for us in this week’s Martha Monday video … and it’s perfect for the Christmas season! We invite you to watch her make these scrumptious brownies, and then download your copy of the recipe here. … Continue reading
