Storms Storms…you know… We’ve all been through them. Sometimes they are storms of loss – job loss, marital loss, dream loss, child loss Sometimes they are storms of disease – COVID, cancer, diabetes, dementia We expect these kinds of storms. We would never ask God to send them, but we …
Let’s start the discussion by ensuring we are all on the same page about encouragement. We’ve talked some already about how to encourage our children’s self concept, encouraging their decision making, and encouraging our spouse. Encouragement is also called social support in the communication world. We are letting someone know …
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Between family, finances, and food, we are besieged by demands on our resources. There are lots of places we can get help, though. Day-to-day stress busters My mother-in-law and I both love to watch Hallmark movies all year, especially during the holidays (or Christmas in July!). There’s something about wholesome …
Hope your day is filled with love. Remember that God’s love is the most important of all – and He loves YOU very much. No matter the people on this earth with you, God’s love is more amazing and wonderful than anyone else’s. On a material note, did you miss …
SUMMARY of The Chosen S1:E5: There is some dramatic license taken, of course. Did Thomas bring the wine? Was Andrew a bad dancer? Did the bride’s family disdain the bridegroom’s family? Likely not exactly as we see it, but the core is still rooted in Scripture – the ultimate Truth. …
I’m so excited – I just received my Faith necklace from She Who Is Apparel. The tiny beads remind us that when we have the faith of a mustard seed we can move mountains! (Matthew 17:20) Faith of a Mustard Seed Jesus said, “What is impossible with men is possible …
God made every person unique and for a purpose. Each and every one of us is special and distinct in our own way. We each possess various attributes, traits, quirks, and qualities that make us stand out from the crowd. It is clear that God has taken careful effort to …
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Self Concept Rather, I’m saying that God made our children the way they are on purpose (Psalm 139:13). He has a perfect plan for their lives (Jeremiah 29:11). The world is going to tell our kids they aren’t enough – not good enough, skinny enough, fun enough, smart enough, happy …
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Jesus wants to heal us. We learn a lot from one of the women Jesus heals. Read on to see how YOU fit into the story.
The Chosen SEASON 1: Episode 4 (The Rock on Which it is Built) SUMMARY: It’s now Season 1: Episode 4 of the Chosen. We’re back to Simon and the fisherman in this episode. While this episode is packed with drama, the Scripture message is pretty straightforward. If you recall, Simon …