An Unhealthy Dependence on Prayer
Pray without ceasing. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 “And they prayed about everything. They had an unhealthy dependence on prayer.” These were the words of a Pastor that was giving a report on a trip he had taken to help a Christian church in India. He talked about how happy the people were in spite…
Read MorePleasant Places
The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance. Psalm 16:6 I’ve been a little whiney lately. Without my sister (who went to be with the Lord last year) Christmas wasn’t as much fun as it has been in the past. I got that nasty stomach virus, as did…
Read MoreGuilty But Encouraged
Too much candy, too many chips, a lot of extra carbs from rice and potatoes, and left over cookies and candies sitting in my house – but not as many as yesterday! I get mad at myself, I get discouraged at how I am able to eat without thinking about the consequences until the consequences…
Read MoreMy Word(s)
Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise! Psalm 95:2 I have never been good at following the rules. I do when I have to but if bending is permissible – I will bend them. I have recently been introduced…
Read MoreChristmas Grace
A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself. Proverbs 11:17 Holidays, religious and otherwise, bring out the best in some of us and the worst in others. I have seen both but feel compelled to discuss the negative. It isn’t that anyone went out of their way to be…
Read MoreThe Wonder of Christmas
And all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them. Luke 2:18 It really is a simple story. I have heard it over and over again so the details are etched in my memory. From my youngest years in Sunday School I can remember the virgin Mary, the manger, the angels, shepherds, and…
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