I'm a To-Do List, planner, scheduled-day kind of person. I didn't realize how much until recently. It was early in the morning, about 6:00, when I let my dog, Bella, out the back door. Sunny skies, a gentle breeze, and the sweet sound of birds singing greeted me. I sat down on my little black… Continue reading Be Still and Know That I Am God
Has God put a desire in your heart? Has He made it so crystal-clear that you know for sure it came from Him? Did things go great at first, but then problems started to arise? If things don't go the way you expect, don't begin to doubt what you first believed. Do not doubt yourself… Continue reading Has God Put a Desire In Your Heart?
Are you struggling to forgive someone? Does it seem impossible? You can do it. But before we begin, remember this: Unforgiveness will destroy you, not them. There is only one way to forgive the unforgivable. These Scriptures will strengthen and empower you to do it, as they did for me. Ask the Holy Spirit to soften… Continue reading Lord, Help Me Forgive
Wednesday Walk Though the Bible, Matthew 5:1-12 & 7:28-29 (NIV)
#WednesdayWalk, an occasional exploration of what unknown people might have seen or felt when they witnessed the events in the Bible. This post is from the perspective of a person who encounters Jesus teaching the Beatitudes.
It was another hot day. The dust swirled around my sandals as I hurried along the path. Small stones crunched under my feet as I walked on the barren dirt. My mouth was dry from the heat as sweat dripped down my forehead and back. I was focused on fetching the baskets my father needed when I caught a glimpse of a large crowd on a hillside. I stopped and noticed the people were gathered around a man. “Why would so many people stand and listen to this man in heat like this?” I asked myself.
I hesitated a moment, curious as to why…
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Never underestimate the value of a person who can make you smile. Smiles are powerful. They evoke happiness, hope, and well-being. When you smile, you instantly feel better. A smile is a powerful thing that that can completely turn your day around. Let me tell you about someone who always made me smile. Mr. Galloway was… Continue reading The Power of a Smile
I discovered the most amazing fact reading my Bible this morning! At first, it didn't make sense. Normally, I would just skip over it and keep reading, but today I didn't. After rereading it several times, I searched Google. I didn't expect anything useful to turn up, but I gave it a try anyway. But… Continue reading Nobody Knows Science Like God Does
Suddenly soldiers storm into your home and take by force all modes of communication (cell phones, TVs, radios, computers, iPads, all electronics). There is nothing you can do. They are armed with assault rifles and they're looking for an excuse to use one. You have been cut off from the rest of the world. If… Continue reading Imagine Your Life Without Freedom
