Tag Archives: encouragement
STEEL MAGNOLIAS
Soon we’ll celebrate Mothers Day and being with my sister for the last couple days has given me evidence of how important my own mom was to us. I can see her in my sister’s beauty, her strong work ethic, … Continue reading
A NEW DAY
A new day – the start of a new week – the perfect time to start over. Shake off the remnants of the past. Look ahead and not back. Refresh yourself in the quiet waters of the Lord. Join your … Continue reading
MY AGE WON’T GET ME DOWN
As my old body tells me that it’s time to settle down, I wonder of the time that’s left to me. That even though my zest is gone, my eyes and ears are dim, my aches and pains will never … Continue reading
OPEN THE DOOR
So many times we turn away a stranger. we push them out and never let them in. Yet one so small lay in a lowly manger, so He could touch our stone-like hearts of sin. He came in poverty to wash away our sins. He lived … Continue reading
NO MORE SIN – NO MORE GUILT
Why do we continue to feel guilt, knowing that we have been set free from all sin by the blood of Jesus? Why do we do things that are hurtful to others, even when we don’t realize we are? If … Continue reading
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
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
HAVE WE SHORTCHANGED OUR YOUNG WOMEN?
When the Feminist Movement got underway in the 60’s, women applauded the rights they demanded. They burned their bras in protest. They shed all evidence of the things they felt were binding them or holding them back. Their cry for equality … Continue reading
POLITICS AS USUAL
We have already been inundated with political ads in my part of the country as I’m sure most of you have. If this is any indicator of what lies ahead, I think we’re in for a long couple of years. As a … Continue reading
Compromise
The first year of marriage is a time of learning the most intimate thoughts about the one you love. It means discovering that he hasn’t yet learned to put the toilet seat down and she doesn’t roll up the toothpaste tube. … Continue reading
SUPER HEROES
The idea of separating the exceptional from the ordinary isn’t new. The Greeks were masters of setting them up on a pedestal. They told stories about their heroes – they performed plays about them – they even worshiped them. Today, society … Continue reading
DOES BEING A CHRISTIAN GUARANTEE A PERFECT LIFE?
I have moments when I get depressed and anxious. At times I ask God, why are certain things happening to me? Why are there still problems, sickness, confusion, fears? Why do I try to measure up to someone else – why must we … Continue reading
HAS AMERICA CHANGED SINCE 9/11?
We’re coming up on the 13th anniversary of one of the most horrific attacks on America within her borders. To many of us it was a day we will never forget. To some of us – it’s just a sad … Continue reading
ANOTHER DAY OFF?
With almost 10% of the work force unemployed in our country, Labor Day is just another day off for many. We are a nation founded on hard work. Most of us enjoy working hard and gain great satisfaction from the … Continue reading
WHERE CAN WE GO TO HIDE?
The face of the world is becoming more and more hideous with time. It seems that lately the news is filled with injustice towards humanity – beheadings of children and mutilations of others. A day doesn’t go by when the headlines aren’t … Continue reading
DELIVER US FROM EVIL
Someone once wisely said, “Relying on the government to protect your privacy is like asking a peeping Tom to install your window blinds.” Every day we hear about how our privacy is being invaded. The internet, the IRS and identity … Continue reading
MY CONFIDENCE
If you knew me well, you would soon come to see that I don’t have a lot of confidence. I sometimes lose heart when things get tough – I often try to handle things myself with little success – … Continue reading
Funny Friday
This has been a week of disturbing news. It’s time for a little humor. I believe a good belly laugh can do wonders for a sagging spirit. We can’t let all this gloom and doom drag us down. My life … Continue reading
TEN REASONS WHY I BELIEVE IN GOD
Our world is full of skeptics. We tend to question everything. One of the first words out of our mouths is “why?” We want proof. We want evidence. We insist on facts. Faith is for sissys – right? We learn … Continue reading
IS THERE SUCH A THING AS PEACE?
It seems each day brings more and more news of wars and terrorism. Even in the safety of our homes we are exposed to an evil world of hatred and anger. It’s pretty hard to find any peace of mind when everything around … Continue reading
