Heaven on My Mind
“He has put eternity in their hearts” Ecclesiastes 3:11b When my brother learned he had Lou Gehrig disease his plans changed.
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Waking up to Life
I remember when Jesus became the center of my life. There was life before Jesus and life after Jesus.
Getting Polished – Why Me Lord?
Father, thank You for the hardships You lead us through. You use them to make us more compassionate, more loving and kind. More tender.
Revel in Creation
Creator God, how wondrous is your creation. We marvel at how everything has its place and season.
Grand Theft
I would never take something that belonged to someone else. Then, I read in Scripture that I am not my own. I don’t belong to myself. I am God’s.
A Lesson on Outward Appearance
In a culture that thrives on how we look and what our status is, how can we be grounded in the truth of what God considers important and of value? I have a perfect…
Standing on One Leg
Recently friends of mine said goodbye to their baby girl....they have found that even though the foe was too strong, God was their support.
Trees and Children
Lord, you know how much I want to protect my children from all harm and evil. You understand how my heart breaks when they make poor choices. Teach me how and when to intervene
Time of Many Tears
Friend, God knows all about your trials. He will comfort you if you'll go to Him in prayer.
He Rejoices Over You
Rejoice in the God who rejoices in you when you place your faith in Him. Whether you have been a believer for five seconds or five decades, this promise applies to your life, daily.
Be Careful of What You Neglect
If your life is chaotic and your spirit is dry… if panic is becoming more often present in your heart and mind than peace… check what you are neglecting.
Am I Ready for Heaven?
When I heard the news of my friend's death, my first reaction was, 'Heaven will be no surprise for her. She's been living for years in the presence of Jesus.'
Your Dream Home
Jan and I sat in the cafe musing about what our dream homes would look like and where they would be.
From a Survivor
Survivor of Sexual abuse - God's word was a soothing touch to her troubled heart. Victoria went on to help other women.
Voice Of One Calling
Be blessed to make ample room in your heart for the King of Glory, setting aside the distractions and anxieties of this world to fully embrace His presence.
Am I Quiet?
Even the most “type A” personalities eventually discover that the soul, that deep place within, longs - indeed requires - stillness.
Stopping for Tea
Do you stop? In this work driven world we live in, stopping is very important. Jesus stopped. Take time for a cup of tea.
Peace in the Midst of Pressure
My assignment today is to encourage you not to accept the lies you see every day. The truth is we are not perfect, but we are perfectly forgiven. You see, God never promised the…
Our God Knows What to Do
The Lord is the One who acts through us. The needs of others are sometimes overwhelming, and we can feel that our small efforts are a waste of time.
Why I Keep a Gratitude Journal
don’t want to miss any of my blessings. So, I will keep on writing in my gratitude journal. I encourage you to begin one to record God’s blessings in your life.
God’s Love is Holy Love
God is love. Love is who He is and it’s the bedrock of all that He does.
I MISS YOU
Poem: I miss you so much, I miss the hours we spend with each other .I miss when your gentle touch, and your voice of comfort beckons me, to meet you at the secret…
The Longing for Family
One of our deepest desires is to belong and know that, in spite of what we do, we will be loved and accepted.