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Welcome to the #ChasingCommunity Linkup!

#ChasingCommunity runs every Thursday, beginning at 6:00 a.m. (EST)

It’s my honor to serve alongside you as we live out our callings to write words that make Kingdom difference.

When I began praying about a linkup, the working title I used was “Potluck Prose.” A communal table filled with sweet offerings to the One for whom we write.

My southern mind envisions a dinner-on-the-grounds scene. Long tables cobbled together, stretched farther than bellies can afford. A mosaic of beloved dishes seasoned with soul. Sweet scents rising, showering the heavens with mouth-watering glory.

And, that’s my vision for Chasing Community — A table set with hard-fought words, seasoned with grace. A pleasing aroma rising, lavishing glory on the One to whom it belongs. ​

Fun Fact: Each month there’s a drawing here at Chasing Community. Everyone who links-up during that month is entered to win a Chasing Community writing journal or a Chasing Community insulated mug! Winners announced the first Thursday of every month. Yay!

Joyfully, I share this space in ministry with you, as we offer back to God the words He first gave.

It’s a casual, pony-tail & sandals environment around here, but a few important reminders:

  • Please remember to visit and leave some encouragement for other friends who’ve linked-up today — this is the heart of community & your words of support could be just the thing another friend needs to hear today.
  • Please only share like-minded words of spiritual encouragement and insight.
  • Please grab the #ChasingCommunity button, or link back here underneath your post. (So others can find us and join the fun too!)
  • By linking up & leaving your email address you agree to receive #ChasingCommunity updates.

Thank you for bringing your dish to the table–May your ministry of words find community here.


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Ministry+Friends=Fun. I’m linking up today with my friends at #ChasingCommunity. Come join us!
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Links to all #ChasingCommunity Linkups:

 Every New Beginning Comes From Another Beginning’s End  — #ChasingCommunity
Spring Spotlight & Giveaway
 When Broken Places Become Timely Places 
 Rise On Up
 What If…
 Snow Still Falls in Spring
 Hope is Alive    
 Honestly   
 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 60
 A Girl I Once Knew    
 #ChasingCommunity 58
 What Are You Dwelling On? | Guest Post by Becky Hastings
 If My People, 4th Edition
January Spotlight & Giveaway!
 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 54
 A Time to Remember
 Be (Un)impressive  
 The Weight of the Wait  
 Heaven’s Boy 
 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 49
 Dayspring
 November Spotlight & Giveaway | + 5th-Week-Fan-Girls!
“But God” with Beverly Rihtarchik 
“But God” with Misty Phillip
 “But God” with Sarah Geringer
October Spotlight & Giveaway
 From Dream to Print by Charity Christy
Remember When
 When God Defines Your Dreams by Micah Maddox
 September Spotlight & Giveaway
 Eight Simple Tips to Up Your Prayer-Ministry Game
Summer’s Classroom
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 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 32
#ChasingCommunity Linkup 31 + Giveaway!
As the Porch Lights Linger and the Fireflies Dance
 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 29
 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 28
 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 27
 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 26
 #ChasingCommunity Linkup 25
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#ChasingCommunity Linkup 23
Monthly Giveaway & Summer News
I See You
Home is (blank)?
Poured Out
Exciting Changes for #ChasingCommunity!
If My People, 3rd Edition
Spring-Break Slow
I Know My Redeemer Lives 
Un-fine is (blank)?
“But God” with Betsy de Cruz  
“But God” with Crystal Storms 
“But God” with Jill Savage  
February Giveaway & Exciting Announcements 
If My People: 2nd Edition
Wallflower Dreams  
Who Do You Think You Are Anyway? 
January Giveaway!
If My People  
Fill in the Blank
Winners and Words
Linkup Launch & Giveaways!!
Announcing #ChasingCommunity Linkup!

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In today’s devotion over at Proverbs 31 Ministries, I share of a time when I felt unknown by the community around me, as well as a current feeling of disconnection the last couple of socially-distanced years have brought.
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