As Christian women, using the Bible is the only way we will ever be able to quiet the noise and chaos around us and within us. Whatever you're dreading about this season, give it over to the Lord. What is that one thing that has ‘‘snuck up on you’’ yet again?

Our behavior was never the basis for our Father’s love. That was settled at the cross when Jesus suffered, died, was buried, and rose again. At salvation, we exchanged our self-righteousness for His righteousness. We are seen as spotless. We’re His beloved.