Category Archives: Life

Jesus Loves

The world is full of terrible frustrations. We find ourselves in painful situations. We often feel that life is wildly spinning. There is no answer and no winning. When hopes are dashed and dreams are smashed We struggle hard for … Continue reading

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The Veteran

He set out young and full of hope. His heart was filled with pride. He left the ones who loved him most. Said ,”I love you,” to his bride. He felt the sting of discipline. He ran until he fell. … Continue reading

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WINTRY BEAUTY

Sparkling facets of frost are scraped from our windshields so we can get a clear view of the road, but do we take time to really inspect the beauty of that frost? The tiny patterns etched into ice by the … Continue reading

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LORD, HEAR MY PRAYER!

I am beginning to lose my hearing.  I guess it goes along with growing older, but my doctor said that many times, especially if we work with children, our hearing can be injured by listening to so many little voices … Continue reading

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LET’S MAKE A DEAL

Burt Reynolds isn’t one of my favorite actors, but I do remember him in a movie called, “The End.”  When things started spinning out of control for his character, he began a negotiation with God – promising to give a … Continue reading

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Guilt

I’m met by guilt on every day. It sweeps my peace of mind away. It starts with little things at dawn – why did I go and sleep so long? My socks don’t match – my hair’s a mess. Did … Continue reading

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Falling Short

The mom who expects her child rearing to be flawless – the dad who struggles to make a decent salary – the teen who tries to fit in – the grandma who has tried every wrinkle cream in the book … Continue reading

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Alpha and Omega

You’re always there to pick me up when others pass me by. You always open up your arms and hear my mournful cry. You watch me as I sleep each night, you guard my very soul. You guard my steps, … Continue reading

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THANK YOU, JESUS!

I come in deep humility in hopes that you will set me free. I pray that you forgive my sin and save me from the hurt within. I know that you have died for me.  You gave your life to … Continue reading

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I’M SORRY!

We are all sinners. We have proven that in our daily walk.  Even when our intentions are good, our inmost being is being tempted by the father of lies.  The devil is eager to eat us up. Sounds pretty hopeless?  … Continue reading

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TIMING IS EVERYTHING

I am very impatient as I think most of us are – especially living in a world full of instant communication, fast food, and getting answers to our questions immediately.  We have become a society of people who want everything NOW! … Continue reading

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DO OUR PRAYERS MATTER?

I’ll pray for you.  We’ll keep you in our prayers.  I know God will answer prayer.  These are words we use to help others be uplifted, overcome suffering or loss and give them comfort, but do our words make a … Continue reading

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SOMETHING NEW EVERY DAY

I have a tendency to think I know it all now that I’m in my seventies, but I learn something new every day. Today I learned that a frog will remain alive if frozen over the winter months. Their tiny … Continue reading

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SPECIAL TIME WITH SOMEONE SPECIAL

There is something amazing about being a grandparent. It doesn’t only have to do with pride and a feeling of accomplishment, but is almost like having a second chance at motherhood. My grand daughter and I had a special time this weekend.  … Continue reading

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DOES HISTORY REPEAT ITSELF?

Think of what it was like in the 16th century, before the printing press was invented.   Folks had to rely on word of mouth for their information and  by the time they got it, it was so muddled, it was … Continue reading

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LOOK AHEAD!

  I’ve come to the end busy week in my world.  It started with my final week of coaching almost 90 kids in the fine art of public speaking.  It has been fun watching them develop their skills and to hear … Continue reading

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OH HOLY SPIRIT – LIGHT DIVINE

  There’s much to be said for having enthusiasm and boldness in sharing God’s Word, but sometimes that excitement can be misinterpreted – sometimes we forget who is really responsible for changing hearts and bringing unbelievers to Christ. He gave … Continue reading

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GOOD or EVIL

  Many of you are probably too young to remember the Looney Tune characters Tweety and Sylvester.  Tweety was a caged canary and Sylvester a hungry cat.  Each time the cat would approach the cage, he had a battle with … Continue reading

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SECRETS

I started writing a novel a few years ago.  Sometimes you have to put your writing away for a while and brood over it.  It’s in my head – I just haven’t had the time to sit down and finish … Continue reading

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WHAT’S YOUR LEGACY?

We all have a certain amount of drama in our lives.  Many have more than most.  Some lead rather normal lives and some never experience anything dramatic at all.  When you think about it, everything in our lives has some … Continue reading

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