Julie' Story-Glimpses of God in Everyday Life

"Julie's Story-Glimpses of God in Everyday Life" is a compilation of personal stories from the life of the Barrier family. Each short devotional tells a unique story from Julie's diary and includes a key passage to study and apply to your life.

 

Chocolate: Good to the Last Drop

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Romans 5:21; 7:24-25; 8:13

Chocolate is delightful, tempting and fattening. Sin may be fun and tasty at first, but eventually leads to spiritual death.

 

The Square Dance

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Leviticus 19:18; Ephesians 4:2-4; Romans 12:9-13

We often hurt those we love the most. Our expressions of love must be genuine, and we must be patient with those who have difficulty expressing their ...

 

Puppy Love

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Psalm 32:11; Matthew 22:37-38; Psalm 27:4

Loving God whole-heartedly is a little like puppy love. We must love God sincerely, honestly and without reservation. God rejoices over His ...

 

The Queen of Everything

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Psalm 67:1-2; Psalm 34:1-3

Happy memories remind us of God's goodness and care, and sustain us through the painful times of life.

 

Diaper Rash

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Matthew 27:55; Matthew 5:3-6; Ephesians 4:29

Diaper rash is painful for any baby. However, babies are quick to let parents know what they need. Adults are not so forthcoming about their needs, ...

 

The Bad Hair Day

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: 1 Timothy 2:9-10; Proverbs 31:30-31; Luke 1:46-51

We must focus on the inner beauty God has given us and not our outward physical appearance.

 

The Tomato Caper

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Psalm 32; Ephesians 2:8-9

You can be sure your sin will find you out-whether it be a tiny transgression or a full-fledged, pre-meditated rebellious act. Julie learned how to ...

 

The Retaining Wall

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Proverbs 18:24-19:1; Proverbs 17:17

Faithful friends are hard to find. We often model critical behavior and conditional love. True intimacy includes acceptance, respect and comfort.

 

Partners in Crime

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Proverbs 1:8-10; Proverbs 13:20; Psalm 1

The friends we choose can deeply influence our lives. Bad company ruins good morals.

 

Jessie's Story from Her Daddy

Dr. Julie Barrier
PITI Teacher

Passages: Romans 8:26-39

"Jessie's Story" is the account of those grief-filled moments when Roger realizes he will have a daughter who will never grow up. These are ...