Hi and thanks for stopping by my blog. My name is Barbie (short for Barbara) and I live in Northern California. First and foremost, I am a child of the King of Kings and have been marked by the love of a relentless God who will never stop pursuing me. I have captured His heart and He delights in me. I live an imperfect life, but I know an absolutely perfect God. It is only by His grace that I am given the strength to accomplish all that I do each day.
I have been married 20+ years to an amazing man and we have four beautiful children who pursue the Lord passionately in worship and prayer. My oldest daughter (21) just got married in June. I have a son (18) who graduated high school this year and leads worship in the house of prayer. My youngest daughter (12) helps to lead worship in our Children’s Equipping Center and also does devotionals in the prayer room. My youngest son (9) loves to pray and play with legos.
(My beautiful kids and my new son-in-love!)
I work full time as a Pastoral Administrator and assist in the Children’s Equipping Center at Convergence House of Prayer. I also just began homeschooling my 12yo full time this year and am learning to navigate this new path. Life is busy, but I am learning to slow down and notice the beauty that God has placed all around me.
I believe that each day is a freshly brewed gift from the Lord and that He has hidden treasures for us to find! I trust that as I share my life with you, you will find rest and peace in knowing that a loving God holds you in the palm of His hand. He adores you! Some of my passions are: Worship, the Prayer Room, Coffee, reading, writing, painting and spending time with family and friends.
Thank you for visiting and I hope you will come back soon!
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Beautiful blog Barbie. I am looking forward to getting to know you better and the awesome opportunity to pray with you for Emily.
Tammy Carroll
Thank you Tammy!
Beautiful blog Barbie. I look forward to getting to know you better and being able to pray with you for Emily. BLESSINGS! Tammy Carroll
Blessed by your blog, blessed by you! You are an excellent writer, a hidden talent I didn’t know you had. I enjoy being on worship team with you on Thursdays! You always have such great things to add and such a sweet heart for God. Thanks for taking the time to share your heart in your blog.
Lisa
Thank you Lisa. My heart has always been that the Lord would be glorified through my writing, and that others would be encouraged! Thank you for reading! I appreciate you too and count you a blessing in my life!
Great blog Barbie. It’s so neat to see the journeys the Lord has taken us on since we met over 20 years ago. I often think of you guys this time of year knowing you are celebrating another year of marriage, just like us! Thanks for your encouragement on my blog. I really appreciate the kind words.
Rochelle Wilson
Thanks for stopping by Rochelle! I think of you often. Your girls have sure grown up!
A woman after my own heart…God, writing, equiping children (I lead Celebration Station…through the Celebrate Recovery Program)…
I found your blog through 5 minutes of Faith… Looking forward to reading more.
Anuschka
I apologize for not getting back to you sooner. Thank you so much for stopping by my blog!
Love you blog Barbie!
Blessings
Shari
Barbie…you have a lovely family! I enjoy your zest for the Lord…and for life. You are right…everyday is a gift from the Lord. I am glad we are blog friends.
Linda @ Truthful Tidbits
Thank you Linda!
Barbie, Hi! Nice to meet you. This is the first blog I’ve read or been compelled to follow and have been blessed already. I to share your compassion for the almighty King, the Lord Jesus Christ who pursued me and captured my heart. I’m so thankful for His unconditional love for me. I look forward to getting to know you better as you share what the Lord has laid on your heart and what He shares through you. God bless you and your lovely family Cheryl Carroll
Cheryl, thank you so much for stopping by and following. I look forward to getting to know you more through comments here.
Hi Barbie. I found your blog from a link at A Blooming Spirit. So glad I found your space. looking forward to getting to know you and to more wonderful readings from your space.
So thankful you stopped by Charina. I have loved getting to know you through your blog.
Blessed by your blog. Thank you.
Thank you Sue!
Just found you and your blog. How lovely! I linked up just in time with the Fresh Brewed Sunday. I love to meet other sisters in Christ! It sounds like we have alot in common. I look forward to getting to know you through the blogging world
-Allison
It’s nice to “meet” you Allison. Looking forward to getting to know you as well.
Your blog is a blessing. I am so grateful to have found it and look forward to visiting often for a cup of fresh brew!
Hello, I am stopping by from SITS Girls. You have a wonderful site. God bless you and your family.
I am praying for you this evening, that God will richly bless you with good health, and an abundance of peace and joy as you prepare for the days ahead. I shall also pray for your friend Beth. So very nice to have met another precious sister in Christ.
Thank you so much Joy!
Hi from a fellow North Carolina and sister in Christ. I have enjoyed reading your blog.
We have many things in common! A love for God, a heart for worship and a realization that God leaves gifts in and around for us to find. Love finding blogs like yours!
Thanks for commenting on my feature at The Fruitful Home!
~ Ferly
Gifts We Use {to grow, love and serve}
Thank you for visiting Ferly. Sorry it took me so long to comment back. I believe I am following your blog now
Hi Barbie. Just read your guest post on Unemployed Faith and wanted to encourage you for sharing with such honesty and openness. God bless and keep you. Praying for you today.
Thank you so much Barbara for your comment and encouragement. I appreciate you reading and stopping by here today.
Did you attend the University of Alabama in the late 80s/early 90s?
No! I was just graduating High School in the mid 80′s!
I am going through a tough time at work.. I feel that my boss does not respect me and I cannot handle his anger outbursts. When it happens I feel numb and out of my body. For my work I had to travel for about 6 hours – plenty of time to cry my heart out. The night after all the tears I had a dream about God’s hidden treasures for us. In the dream I opened a box made out of tin. Inside was small papers with open spaces to fill in. I was very very excited and spoke to Jesus:. I told Him: “I know that this is from you – a gift for me!” I know that He absolutely loves me. I am a playtherapist and would like to have my own practise, but I am too afraid to take the financial risk to give up my work. Please pray for me for the right decision.
Jacemien, I am sorry for the delayed response. Thank you for sharing a bit of your struggle with me. I will be praying for you in your job situation. God knows the desires of your heart and I am praying that at the right time you will see your heart’s desire fulfilled.
Barbie,
I love the new site!! You’ve been such a blessing to me already in our short friendship. Thank you for your unwavering heart to share God’s Word online and to transparently share your own faith journey. (…and thanks for linking up on Mondays at my site!) You are a gift to the blogging community!
Thank you Jane! I am thankful for you too, my friend. So thankful that I stumbled upon your site. Looking forward to our journey together.
Barbie,
I wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your site. Thanks for the encouraging words, wisdom, God’s truth, and the week end brew. Count blessings, Kasey
You’re welcome Kasey! Thankful to have you here!