Category Archives: Faith

LOVING SAVIOR

I’m going to tell you about love.  Not the romantic love this world is so consumed with or the erotic love that humanity seems to thrive on, but true – honest – pure – selfless love.  There is someone who … Continue reading

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WHAT DO I NOW THAT I’M OLD?

As I grow older, I often find myself feeling worn out.  My energy level is waning – I don’t always feel purposeful – at times I  feel sorry for myself and wonder what difference it made for me to be … Continue reading

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GOD IS NEAR

I need to be wrapped in the protection of God’s holy wings. Each pinion gently lays over me – cuddling and nurturing. The softness and strength are overwhelming. He breathes His presence upon me and gives me life. He speaks and I … Continue reading

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MY LIFELINE

There are so many things in God’s Word that make no sense from a human standpoint – a virgin birth – a flood that wiped out the entire earth and its population – God writing His commandments on two tablets … Continue reading

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THE CURTAIN HAS BEEN OPENED

When God gave instructions to His people about the building of the temple, He was very specific.  The Holiest place, reserved for the Ark of the Covenant could only be entered once a year by the high priest.  The curtain separating … Continue reading

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WHAT TIME IS IT?

There’s something about losing an hour that completely throws me off.  You’d think I’d be happy for the extra few minutes of sunshine and delighted that it will stay dark until 7 AM, but for me, daily savings time is … Continue reading

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COME AND WORSHIP

Psalm 95:1-2  “O come, let us sing unto the Lord: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation.  Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.” Lord, thank … Continue reading

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SOAR LIKE EAGLES

The eagle cam has discovered three new eaglets born this week.  I can’t help but wonder at the gift of life as it goes on in all the species.  These three little puffs of feathers had a a rough start with … Continue reading

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THE VICTORY IS OURS

I posted this a year ago and thought this was a good time to reblog it. God looks at me and all He sees Is Jesus, His dear Son, He paid the price, He rescued me, The victory He has … Continue reading

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LIFE IN CHRIST – PEACE IN DEATH

The world is not the place for me.  I long to be in heaven. When thoughts like that invade my mind, I need to be forgiven. God didn’t make me to want death.  He chose me as His own. He … Continue reading

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DO OVER DAYS

Mondays are great do over days.  We’ve been refreshed through worship and praise.  We have a new week ahead of us – new challenges to face – dreams to fulfill.  When we begin anew, we have to face the possibility … Continue reading

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LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE

Our house is situated on a hill and during the winter months, the lack of foliage clears the way to a fabulous view of the city.  During the day its beauty is sometimes hidden by dark smoke rising from industrial areas, the … Continue reading

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NET WHAT?

Every time I go off on politics, I get negative feedback and it’s hard for an old lady to handle negativity.  Someone was once said, “Relying on the government to protect our privacy is like asking a peeping Tom to install … Continue reading

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HIS HANDS

A babe so soft, a child so sweet, lay on a bed of hay, His mom looked at the dimpled hands and counted fingers at play. His hands would grow with bruises and scuffs as children often do. He used them to … Continue reading

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LORD, HAVE MERCY UPON US

Things are getting closer to home with the current threats of terrorism at the Mall of America in Minnesota.  Our quiet home on the prairie isn’t as safe as we thought.  The entire country should be on alert.  Our land has … Continue reading

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THIS ISN’T WHERE I LIVE

This planet’s not my home. I am an alien here. This place is just a hardened shell encasing sin and fear. The shell is hard to crack. There’s only one who can. He is the Lord of heaven. The Son … Continue reading

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HOW DO WE FIGHT EVIL?

Lately with all the ugliness of this world, I’ve been feeling so helpless and useless.  Our planet is slowing becoming polluted with evil and it’s hard not to become proactive.  We can easily fall into a pit of desperation if we let … Continue reading

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TIME FOR A KATHY RANT

Have we been overtaken by fear of an unknown enemy? Are we reluctant to speak out because we are afraid what we say may go viral and have negative effects to our reputation or our families? If this is the … Continue reading

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GOD’S PERFECT TREASURE

You give a priceless treasure – a gift with love unmeasured. It spans the days of time and gives with love sublime. You walk within its pages.  You travel still through ages. Your passion lies therein, how you have wiped out … Continue reading

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WHERE LIES THE TREASURE?

Most of us like to hear stories about finding undiscovered treasures.  Some of the greatest books in literature, the most popular movies and exciting theme parks are based on the search for that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.  We … Continue reading

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