Author: Starla

Name: Starla Smith. Top titles: Wife, Mom, and Lala What I do: Executive Pastor at Springs of Life Church What I Enjoy: I love coffee, sunshine, cinnamon candy, llama's, photo quotes, books, and all things media. I love to write and share what God is giving. What I am Passionate about: I want to see people find Jesus and freedom in their soul through the renewing of the mind which is the gatekeeper of the heart. Personal Mission Statement: Fearless in Living, Faithful in All, Forward Regardless My Favorite Quote: Don’t worry about tomorrow, God is already there.

Just thinking…trespass and forgiveness Vlog3

I was pondering some more on the topic of TRESPASS and what Jesus said to His disciples. lol.. I just thought the chicken was funny 🙂 Matt. 6:14 For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you,

Controversies, reconcile, and other “just thinking” thoughts! Vlog2

Just to say it – I dont want to hide. Anyone else afraid to say what you think? I dont want to speak to tell people what to do. I want to speak to help share a perspective. To help others think through frustrating problems and how I’ve found peace again. I am more concerned…

Just Beginning: Clear Conscience Vlog1

So, I felt like the Lord had said 6 months ago… yah I KNOW! … to start speaking outloud more than writing. Recently I heard a question that I have been pondering for a few days. That question is: What does courage look like for you in this season as a new you is emerging?…

Autopilot Life

How long have we lived on autopilot? For a long time I suspect! This sadly has become the navigation tool of the body of Christ. Romans 12:5 so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another. The scriptures talks a lot about the body of Christ. A many-membered body…

The lens the world spins

I have been in a funk for the past few days. It is as if a lens has overlaid my heart and eyes and all I feel is sadness, defeat, and overwhelm. Waking up every day wondering, ” what hell is breaking loose in the world today?” is a terrible way to wake up. I…

Is anybody listening?

Has your heart broke yet? The world is destoying itself. People are destroying eachother. I’ve watched a homeless man yell and scream “why?” at rioters because they burned his belongings and his bed. I’ve watched person after person be hit with fists and weapons. I’ve watched women wail and yell as they try to clean…