Tossing and turning in the night, I prayed, begged, and whined about a situation in a friend’s life. I want things to be different for my friend, I want them to have peace and joy. Oh, I know I should trust God. I know He is in control. I know … Continue reading →
Enjoying the day, sweet hubby and I made our way along a pathway in the woods. We stopped at a small bridge leading over a dry creek bed to survey the beauty. Sunlight filtered through the trees and their leaves swayed in the fall breeze. Crashing sounds drew our attention … Continue reading →
The devil wants people to believe the world, and God, owes them something, and therefore, they have the right to be offended. Satan wants people to think God is uncaring, insensitive, unaware, distant and is holding out on them. The more the enemy can keep people feeling owed and offended, … Continue reading →
I gazed at the photograph of the Japanese woman in traditional dress. Her face serene, body relaxed and calm, she sat facing a well-tended garden. I envied her. How did she have such a look of tranquility? As a Christian, I know I should be peaceful. Psalm 46:10 tells us … Continue reading →
Have you ever been troubled and fearful about something? Perhaps even anxious and worried, and didn’t even know why you were anxious and worried? Boy, I have. Sometimes worry, fear, anxiety, and trouble, jump on my back or nip at my heels, and I have no idea how to fix … Continue reading →
Lies, negativity, false posts and reports make me angry and upset. I tell you there are days I want to say something. Grrrr, I really want to chastise people. Fortunately, the Holy Spirit reminds me if I don’t have love I’m just a noisy gong or clanging cymbal, and these … Continue reading →
I apologize. I’ve been sidetracked by pain, by life, by the world, by opinions of others, by the news, by too many things that are not eternal. I must seek first the kingdom of God. I have to kindle afresh and fan into flame the word implanted within me. I’m … Continue reading →
