Take A Pit Stop

Stop and take a break from the busyness of life so that you can refuel your soul. ~Joe Stowell
(Psalm 131:2)

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Topshop Lipstick, I LOVE YOU.

I am a bit of a lippy fiend. If I feel like I'm looking a bit trampy or below average, a bit of lipstick is the one thing I can rely on to make me look decent. Good, even. 

I've heard mixed reviews of Topshop lipsticks but I for one am obsessed. When I was a Topshop make up specialist, the 'legend' went that Topshop make up was created by the same people who make MAC make up, making it really similar in its er, make up, and a fraction of the price!

I am in love with two shades in particular: Brighton Rock and All About Me. 

Brighton Rock

This is a classic Topshop lipstick, right from their very first make up collection. It has gone through phases of being totally sold out and my make up artist pal Sophie says she's seen it go on eBay for £20 before! Sought after or what? 

It's a creamy fluoro pinky coral shade that makes any outfit looks instantaneously cooler. I do find this one needs a couple of top ups throughout the day to keep looking awesome, but it's worth it because the colour and consistency is so good. (Topshop.com, £8)

All About Me

This lipstick is probably my all time favourite. It's the most pigmented hot pink shade I own and has a fab satin matte finish so is not uber drying. It lasts all day and although I sound ridiculous as I'm talking about lipstick, I feel truly 'myself' when I'm wearing this shade! Does anyone else get that with a specific lippy? 

Downside? I get McFly 'All About You' stuck in my head when I remember the name of this lipstick. Or is that secretly an upside? Hmmm... (Topshop, £8)

Which is your go-to lipstick brand? Do you rate Topshop's lippies? Aren't McFly awesome? I've said too much.

xo

God's Word Produces

God's word always produces when
believed and acted upon!
~Dr. Danny Diaz
(Hebrews 11:1-2)

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Greater than Gold

No wonder David said about God's laws that He's given to us, "More to be desired are they than gold...sweeter also than honey" (Psalm 19:10). Obedience to God's Word is the Christian's greatest freedom. ~Dave Branon

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Invisible but Super-Capable

The Holy Spirit bears fruit in your life (Gal. 5:22-23), forms believers into one body (I Cor. 12:13), and assures you of God's presence (I John 3:24). The Holy Spirit is a powerful Person in our lives--even though we can't see Him. ~Bill Crowder

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He Changes Blunders Into Wonders

Lord, I'm so human and make foolish mistakes. And worse yet, I willfully sin against you. Please forgive me, change me, restore me, and use me for Your name's sake. Amen.
~Julie Ackerman Link
(Lamentations 5:21)

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My Shopping Addiction

Maturity is the ability to delay gratification.
~Dr. Mike Murdock
(Matthew 6:33)

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The Family of God

Our hearts are linked through the love of Christ. ~Jennifer Benson Schuldt
(Ephesians 4:1-16)

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We Delight in Your Commandments

Whether morning, noon, or night,
make God's Word your delight.
~C.P. Hia
(Psalm 119:47)

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Correct Them In Love

As Christian parents, we have the awesome responsibility to lovingly discipline our children (Prov. 13:24; 29:17; Heb. 12:9-11). As we impart God's wisdom to them, we have the blessing of helping them develop into responsible, God-fearing adults. Failure to discipline our children is a failure to love them. ~Marvin Williams
(I Samuel 2:29)
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The Fixed Reference Point

We may read many books, but the Word of God is our "initial point," the fixed reference point. John Wesley read widely, but he always referred to himself as "a man of one book." The Bible is like a compass: if followed, you're going in the right direction. ~David Roper
(Matthew 4:4)

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