Tag Archives: encouragement

HOW DID MONDAY WORK OUT FOR YOU?

Posted on June 2, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday I talked about Mondays being a chance to start fresh.  Actually it’s good to set goals, plan ahead, look forward, but most importantly look up.  If we try to accomplish even the simplest of tasks alone, we’re setting ourselves up … Continue reading →

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MYSTERY

Posted on May 31, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Many stories and books have been written with mystery being the genre.  Most of the time the mystery is solved by the last page or, if you’re very clever, before the story ends. God’s book, the Bible, includes some mysteries … Continue reading →

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MY SHEPHERD JESUS

Posted on May 30, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Slowly crossing the sands of time –  into a pasture green sublime. I’ll rest my feet and wet my lips, with waters clear and cold that grips. Through danger I will walk with Him.  He guards me from each foolish sin. … Continue reading →

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HELL EXISTS

Posted on May 26, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

   Depths of anguish – eternal fire parching swollen, thirsty lips – never ending pain, not experienced in life – inescapable hopelessness – constant falling deeper and deeper – no finish, no escape, no peace from suffering emotionally, physically, spiritually … Continue reading →

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OXYMORON- PEACE IN TURMOIL

Posted on May 24, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

   Can we  find solace or peace in the midst of adversity?  Is there calm when a powerful gale stirs the depths of the sea?  What is the point of lives full of turmoil? What can we learn – how … Continue reading →

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DECORATION DAY

Posted on May 23, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

They called it Decoration Day so many years ago, We’d dress our bikes with crepe paper to let our neighbors know, Our pride was in the best place yet for all of us to grow, Though times have changed and … Continue reading →

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SANCTUARY

Posted on May 22, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Where do you go to escape the noisiness of life, the frustrations, the fears and worries?  When I was a kid, I always retreated to my closet.  It was a dark, quiet place where no one could hear my words of … Continue reading →

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WORDS OF WISDOM FROM GRANDMA TO GRANDSON

Posted on May 21, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

i posted this on May 21, 2014 as my grandson graduated from high school.  He has now completed his first year of college and is living in a different state.  I thought re-posting it today would honor the new challenges … Continue reading →

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STEEL MAGNOLIAS

Posted on May 5, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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A NEW DAY

Posted on April 27, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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MY AGE WON’T GET ME DOWN

Posted on December 14, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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OPEN THE DOOR

Posted on December 6, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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NO MORE SIN – NO MORE GUILT

Posted on November 4, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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DO OUR PRAYERS MATTER?

Posted on October 23, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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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OH HOLY SPIRIT – LIGHT DIVINE

Posted on October 15, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

  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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HAVE WE SHORTCHANGED OUR YOUNG WOMEN?

Posted on October 8, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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POLITICS AS USUAL

Posted on October 4, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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Compromise

Posted on September 22, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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SUPER HEROES

Posted on September 20, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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DOES BEING A CHRISTIAN GUARANTEE A PERFECT LIFE?

Posted on September 10, 2014 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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