Writings on Faith, Hope, Restoration, Growth & Other Musings
“Wide open spaces” These three words woke with me this morning. I thought about the scenery I have taken in during drives with my husband since moving to New Mexico. Wide open spaces. No people around. No noise. Nothing but land and sky as far as the eye can see. I thought about the old... Continue Reading →
Proverbs 19:21 Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the work that was stand. I am a planner. Not a down to the minute, or even the hourly planner, but I usually have a list of things I want to accomplish throughout the day or sometimes... Continue Reading →
Hebrews 5:14 But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment changed by constant practice to distinguish good from evil. I like to give people the benefit of the doubt. I feel like I can usually discern when someone is genuine versus telling me what they think I want... Continue Reading →
Romans 5:7 Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. We live in a world divided right now. Everything seems to be right-wing or left-wing. It’s all about what you are for, or what you are against. People want everyone to join a side. If you’re not on their... Continue Reading →
as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal. 2 Corinthian 4:18 Prayers. Faith. Salvation. Forgiveness. Mercy. Grace. Agape Love. These are all things that have an eternal impact, but that... Continue Reading →
Galatians 6:9 and let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. When I think of reaping, I think of harvest. Some plants grow and bear fruit in as little as 1 1/2 months other plants take 7 to 8 years from planting... Continue Reading →
“As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, since it is written, “You shall be holy, for I am holy.” And if you call on him as Father who judges impartially according to... Continue Reading →
Maybe it is just me, but I feel like we all want a full on sign from God, like Moses and the burning bush, about the direction we should be headed in our lives. I find that God speaks to me in more subtle ways. I find confirmation from scriptures, the words of others, and... Continue Reading →
Lord, You see the craziness that is going on in this nation. We need a miracle that can only come from You. I know that You are the one who extends authority. I know that You love all people because You are love. I know that You bless those who bless Israel. I know that... Continue Reading →
“Whatever city you enter and they receive you, eat what is set before you; and heal those in it who are sick, and say to them, ‘The kingdom of God has come near to you.’” Luke 10:8-9 I have often been distracted by hospitality. Do I need to reciprocate? I’m picky. What if so... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 