We were sitting in prayer, as we do most Sundays that my grandchildren are with me, praying before the service starts. Typically one sits on each side, and they will cuddle up, but are peaceful. They know that if they are going to talk during that time it is to God, not Mimi or each... Continue Reading →
I had to look up the differences between wheat and straw. I read that wheat is a grain, used to replant or to make foods. Straw is used to keep animals warm. It is the waste product. Christ gathers the wheat, those that are reproducing and those who are feeding others. Both purposes cause growth.... Continue Reading →
I love that I get amazing spiritual lessons from the most unconventional methods. My husband and I went and watched the movie Glass (2019) recently. I have seen the other movies in the trilogy. I honestly didn't remember them, other than that Split was psychological in nature. Before the movie, I asked my husband if... Continue Reading →
I often fail in my purpose out of fear, but when fear passes, what I regret is the missed opportunities. God is faithful to His promises, I am called to stand in faith for what He is asking of me and faithfully obey, even when I don't understand. I read the Scriptures, and I... Continue Reading →
These are some of the things that I've gleaned over the past few weeks in my quiet time. I have been told if it is good for me, it is worth sharing to others. Enjoy! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
January 2019 went by like a whirlwind; as the new year starts I have had several reminders from the past. Things that I rarely think about, have taken a forefront of my attention. Sarah Jakes Roberts put is best in her book Don't Settle for Safe, "The gift of growing requires letting go. We have... Continue Reading →
It has been a rough year at work, a lot of death has been happening. Some from natural causes, others for reasons of poor life choices. Some young, some old. Some with support around, others alone and seemingly forgotten by the world, other than a paid caregiver. Sometimes I find myself praising God that their... Continue Reading →
I gave God half hearted prayers with a divided focus. I took back the control I had been surrendering. It was so unsatisfying, even in the moment. Yet still, God's voice Still spoke to me. Even though I failed Him and disappointed myself, when I turned back to Him, His grace was there. His voice... Continue Reading →
“For it is just like a man going on a journey. He called his own slaves and turned over his possessions to them. To one he gave five talents; to another, two; and to another, one — to each according to his own ability. Then he went on a journey. Immediately the man who had... Continue Reading →
As the dark clouds filled the sky, I could feel the disappointment start to settle over me. I thought about my to do list and that things that would not get done on the Sunday afternoon because of the pending storm. Hours later, when I stepped out into my garage, I scanned the sky and... Continue Reading →
