Category Archives: Optimism

ANGEL IN MY POCKET

Posted on August 23, 2017 by

For as long as I can remember, my husband has always carried a small rock in his pocket.  When asked why, he said it was to remind him that God is His rock and salvation.  What a great way to imbed … Continue reading →

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THIS ISN’T WHERE I LIVE

Posted on February 21, 2015 by

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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ROLLER COASTER

Posted on February 3, 2015 by

When you ride a roller coaster, you feel anticipation, The thrill of each wild moment, the freedom of inhibition. Your spirit soars as you reach each rising peak. Your stomach rushes into your throat. You can no longer speak. The … Continue reading →

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LIFE CHANGER

Posted on January 17, 2015 by

When I was in sales I heard something that really stuck in my measly little mind. “The hardest door to open is your own.” So often we hide in the security of our own safety net and never venture beyond … Continue reading →

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PUT ON A HAPPY FACE

Posted on January 12, 2015 by

It seems to me that the world has forgotten how to smile lately. It might be because of all the ugliness we’re exposed to on a daily basis. It could be that hatred, inhumanity, fear, poverty, loss and all the … Continue reading →

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DON’T RUN AWAY

Posted on January 8, 2015 by

When life gets tough we sometimes feel we have to run away. We look at things much differently with every passing day. It seems too complicated to stay and go the course. We give in to selfish thinking, we give … Continue reading →

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New Year – New Life

Posted on January 1, 2015 by

Opening up a new year like a gift from one now passed. Searching for solutions for mistakes that have been cast. Trying hard to change the errors we have skewed. Looking up with hope again. Our lives will be renewed. … Continue reading →

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My Identity

Posted on November 30, 2014 by

I am but a speck – a dot – an insignificant piece of the puzzle. My presence on this planet is nothing in comparison to others I will be remembered for no great accomplishments in the world’s eyes – no … Continue reading →

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COURAGE

Posted on November 23, 2014 by

1 Corinthians 16:13 “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. “ In ancient days, gladiators were men of great courage.  They risked their lives every week in the Colosseum as they  fought valiantly against raging lions … Continue reading →

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TIME IS RUNNING OUT!

Posted on November 22, 2014 by

For the past eight months I’ve wakened early to write a new post for my blog.  I’m not getting any younger and feel an urgency to express my gratitude to God for what He’s done for me.  It took me … Continue reading →

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HEAL OUR NATION!

Posted on November 21, 2014 by

I was only 21 years old – full of hope and promise – planning a wedding – ready to start a new life.  It was a wonderful time to be alive.  Americans were living in a self-proclaimed “Camelot” with a … Continue reading →

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COME, LORD, JESUS!

Posted on November 20, 2014 by

Life is but a breath in the scheme of things. We take our first inhalation of air and begin a journey. So far we’ve been safely enshrouded within our mother’s womb – Protected from the elements, encased in a familiar … Continue reading →

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Ready

Posted on November 17, 2014 by

The time is drawing near. Our battle soon is done. Our world no longer here, but with God’s only Son. So let us now prepare for pastures green and calm. Lift up our hearts in cheer and hold us in … Continue reading →

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TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

Posted on November 15, 2014 by

There are moments when my confidence wanes – when fear gets in the way of the things that need to be said or done – when trepidation steps on my backbone – when My tongue gets tied into knots and words … Continue reading →

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GOD USES ORDINARY PEOPLE TO ACCOMPLISH THE EXTRAORDINARY

Posted on November 14, 2014 by

Last night I watched a program on the history channel which appeared to discredit our founding fathers by exposing all the secrets they could possibly dig up.  At first I thought I was watching an episode of TMZ, but this was … Continue reading →

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There is Time

Posted on November 13, 2014 by

The shadows of time have crept slowly and insidiously into this old vessel. Sometimes in dreams I see mansions filled with treasures and beauty beyond belief – Streets lined with gold and abundance everywhere – no sorrow, no pain, no … Continue reading →

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Jesus is our light

Posted on November 9, 2014 by

Our daily walk is empty when we fail to share God’s light. He shows us how to do this by example through Christ’s life. He’ll ask us when we get there, what we ever did for Him. We can rest assured … Continue reading →

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My Prayer

Posted on November 7, 2014 by

Out of the depths of darkest hours, I come to You in prayer. I put away my selfish thoughts and ask that you be there – My words cannot express my needs, but I know you understand. With groans that … Continue reading →

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God Is Not Dead!

Posted on November 5, 2014 by

One nation under God,” is what our founders said, But something happened on the way. They now say God is dead. I know our God lives on. He stands at heaven’s gate. And He will bring our nation back from … Continue reading →

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Death Has No Power Over Me

Posted on October 30, 2014 by

When death approaches our front door, it seems a dreadful thought, But just imagine what’s in store. With Angels we’ll be brought. The gates of heaven opened wide, the throne of God we’ll see. Our Savior at the Father’s side, … Continue reading →

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