Starting at Home

By Beth | January 18, 2013

…. that you may fear the LORD your God, you and your son and your son’s son, by keeping all his statutes and his commandments, which I command you, all the days of your life, and that your days may be long. Deuteronomy 6:2   “It has to start at home.” Teachers have said this…

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May I Have Your Attention Please

By Beth | January 14, 2013

“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.” The words of Jesus in Mark 1:15   “May I have your attention please?” These words became a joke between me and my husband when our children were small. As we would try to have a good…

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Steadfast on the Roller Coaster

By Beth | January 11, 2013

This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life. Psalm 119:50        “The tumors have shrunk!” “She’s in the hospital with an infection in her blood.” “The cat scan was clear!” “Her temperature was 104.5.” “The next round of chemo starts on Thursday.” “We have to postpone treatment so…

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Immobilized by Fear

By Beth | January 7, 2013

“Listen to me, you who know righteousness, the people in whose heart is my law; fear not the reproach of man, nor be dismayed at their revilings. Isaiah 51:7       Who is the most faithful, loyal friend you have on earth? She can’t touch the faithfulness and loyalty of God to His people.…

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Leftover Lunacy

By Beth | January 3, 2013

…for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7   Leftovers from Christmas: Nonpareils, Trinidad truffles, M & Ms, Rice Krispie treats, Chex Mix Puppy Chow, and gluten free chocolate cookies. Oh yeah, and the Oreo Truffles from New Year’s Eve. For some of you…

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What is Righteousness?

By Beth | December 31, 2012

By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples. John 15:8 “What is righteousness?” I was asked this question several years ago by a young woman who had recently come to know the Lord. The initial answer was easy. In an attempt to keep it simple…

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