This quote is not what I would have expected to hear from God this morning. I’m sure it isn’t what you would expect me to write about, either. But I understand it and I will explain. I’ve been depressed and in more pain than usual and was struggling with the notion of writing an encouraging …
You may recognize this photo from last weeks post, the only difference is the title. I found I wasn’t ready to move on from this topic and I missed linking a wonderful song we sing at church that shares this message. Please take a moment to listen to Cody Carnes Firm Foundation (He Won’t). His …
I’m such a baby when it comes to being sick. I was ready to put on my running shoes and get busy writing my novel again when I came down with a stupid cold. Now all I want to do is sit around in my pjs and read until I’m better. Oh! And eat. I …
My last post was Sent, where I looked at who was sent and who did the sending. I wasn’t expecting a part two, but God had other plans. As I waited for today’s inspiration, this song came on the radio: CAIN - The Commission. When my niece posted on Facebook this morning, that my ex-sister-in-law …
Do you ever find yourself singing along to a song without hearing the words? Jesus exhorts—“Anyone with ears to hear should listen and understand!” (Matthew 11:15 NLT) So, my inspiration for this post came from a song on the radio, that when I listened, touched on some amazing scriptures. Please take 10 minutes and listen …
One minute I’m confident and the next minute I’m full of doubt. Have you ever felt that way? Sometimes I write it off as just a cloudy day, knowing the sunshine will bring back my enthusiasm. But I see a pattern, one that needs breaking. “Jesus, I need a little help here.” “For I know …
Continue reading Called, Confused, and Collapsing on the Couch: Dealing with Deterring Doubts
The other day, as I enjoyed a soak in our hot tub with my husband, I realized that right now we are living in abundance, and I thanked God for the many blessings we have been able to share. I thought back over the years of raising our 5 children and the times we struggled …
“What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.” The father instantly cried out, “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” Mark 9:23-24 NLT I was contemplating the challenging parts of the Bible as I wrote my blog on Monday. I’m sure you can relate. Those …
In the realm of writing, WIP is a common term used when asking another writer what they are working on. But, of course, it isn’t limited to writing. We Christians also use this phrase to rightly explain why we aren’t perfect. I’m in the midst of both kinds of WIPs, so when one of my …
Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human form, he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a …
The Far Reaches of Grace 