Grow Up or Grow Down

Good morning, Has the life of one you love every spiraled out of control? Have you ever asked "Why?" or "How on earth did that happen?" Can you spot the progression of this spiral in your own life? I'm on the watch! Examining life's spirals at J.A. Marx

May 18, 2015

Games Christians Play

Good morning, What's your favorite game? As an adult? As a kid? One of my many faves from childhood was Scrabble. It's still a fave. But there are other types of games we play, too. I'm giving away 2 FREE BOOKS associated with today's blog, so come have some fun with words at J.A. Marx

living beyond the chains jamarx.net j.a.marx embattled spirit author

May 12, 2015

Saving Nicole

Good morning, What makes your heart sing? How about cry? Today, we take a peek into what makes J.A.'s heart cry and makes her hands write. A worthwhile 4 minutes at J.A. Marx

May 4, 2015

The Curse of Disbelief

Happy May, Have you ever given an expensive gift to someone and they barely acknowledge you or the item? Or perhaps they re-gift it, as though your thoughtfulness and sacrifice meant nothing. Do we do the same thing to God when He offers us great things? Join the discussion at J.A. Marx"

April 27, 2015

Becoming a Doer

Good morning, Joy or unrest? Loved or pressured to perform? Tied up or free? Join our discussion about the mechanics of simply "being" in Love's grip at J.A. Marx

April 20, 2015

The Loyal Heart

Good morning, Do your emotions ever go through a roller coaster ride? Mine do, especially recently. I like the ride because it forces me to explore the real reason for the ups and downs. What is my heart attached to that causes such . . . well such a ride? Join the conversation at J.A. Marx

April 13, 2015

Harboring Thieves

Happy mid April, Does your home have an alarm system? Does your heart? How easily can thieves sneak in and reek havoc? Find out today at J.A. Marx

April 6, 2015

Big Boy Pants

Good morning, Some days I wish I had superhuman powers. I might even go for the cape if it's fashionable. If you've ever experienced even a moment of overwhelming sadness or fear over the decay of humanity, come find courage at J.A. Marx

March 30, 2015

Fighting the “Acceptable” Addiction

Happy spring, Now that my children are grown, there is one area I wish I'd managed differently. Yes, I was young and ignorant then, so I want to pass seasoned wisdom on to as many people as possible. Fighting addictions is no easy task, but this is one area where we can make all the decisions. Check out today's blog and tell us your story at J.A. Marx

March 23, 2015

Best Foot Forward

Good morning, Is the pressure on? Do you feel pushed to do more, be more, give more? You mean, you can't be everything to everybody? We at the Embattled Spirit are behind you. Check out today's encouragement at J.A. Marx

Newsletter Signup

Sign up to receive updates from J.A. Marx