Every time I read a quote by Corrie Ten Boom I am amazed at her level of wisdom and faith. Her suffering in a concentration camp, the loss of her family, the death of her sister to the horrors of abuse, neglect, degradation, and hunger is unlike anything we may encounter. She, too, suffered the […]
Each of us are created differently and uniquely for a Holy purpose. What brings depth to our lives is acknowledging our own creative differences and making the effort to understand others. We all have a place in this world to be heard and to live life to its fullest. Fretting over the “what if’s”, “have
Life teaches us lots of lessons every day. The most important lesson is seeking God in all that we do and say. What we see in others is also reflected back to a part of us that we may like or dislike. Many times our lack of good or bad decisions stems from judgement against
We must keep watch on every aspect of our lives to see the signs and wonders God gives us everyday. It is an opportunity to focus on Holy instead of this world’s evil indoctrinations. If we allow our eyes, ears, mind, heart posture, and the temptings in our thoughts to rule in the name of
It is easy to speak words of discord in passing without realizing how it tears others down in shame. Jesus never spoke shame over those He came to teach, heal, and save. during His time on earth. Jesus spoke truths in a quiet, calm manner to addicts, sinners, prostitutes, dishonest money changers, and even His
When we take time to notice nature we see the evidence of tiny miracles. The delicate webs hanging on in the morning dew, the birds feeding their young at nightfall, or big, billowy clouds that float by in the turquoise sky all speak of God’s presence in His creation. God’s is all around us and
Jesus knew His purpose on earth. He stayed focused on truths, trusting God, and, through prayer, His conversations with God helped Him complete His mission. His sustenance of life was to learn a carpentry trade. His divine purpose began the day He was born, but came to fruition when He was around 33 years old,
I am very thankful for strength and peace in the midst of the storms, chaos, unhealthy days, and the meanness surrounding from evil pursuits. Of All the remedies, exercises, retreats, help, supplements, and restoratives available the only thing that sticks is when I take refuge in God. God is our refuge and strength, a very
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Life is about learning. Each day presents us with beauty, wrong decisions, grace, choices that reflect the world or God, free will, and the ability to navigate evil with good. Some days get to us with overwhelming chaos and if we carefully flow with God our faith roots grow deeper. Some days the beauty blooms
In relationships trust is imperative otherwise love becomes an impulsive chase. In our relationship with Jesus we know He lives within. Jesus knows what calms us down and what riles us up. We may not see Him at work, but Jesus works on our behalf all day and all night for our greater good. As
