For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes."Revelation 7:17 (NIV)It's so odd what sometimes triggers our memories. The trigger can seem unrelated as it is opens up a memory from long ago. Today I found myself observing an elderly gentleman walk through the door of my … [Read more...] about Handicapped?
The Purpose For the Desert
"[Hagar] gave this name to the LORD who spoke to her: "You are the God who sees me," for she said, "I have now seen the One who sees me."Genesis 16:13 (NIV)I have been back and forth from the United States to the continent of Africa six different times. 35,000 feet above the ground, our jumbo jet always had to fly over the vast Sahara Desert on our way to and from Europe. It was on the first … [Read more...] about The Purpose For the Desert
Two Definitions of Success
He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you. But to do justly,to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8 (NIV)Hey Girlfriends,These just came randomly to my head in no particular order. The World's Definition For Success1) Look out for number one because no one else will. 2) Claw, steal, and lie your way to the top. 3) Starve your body and your … [Read more...] about Two Definitions of Success
Fully Alive?
"We give thanks to you, O God, we give thanks, for your Name is near; men tell of your wonderful deeds." Psalm 75:1 (NIV)Hey girlfriends--have you ever gone through a season or years (like I have) in which you wished things were the way they used to be? This could be as trivial as wishing your favorite restaurant or mall still existed or as major as wishing you were married to … [Read more...] about Fully Alive?
Careless Words
"But I tell you that men will have to give account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken."Matthew 12:36 (NIV)Have you ever caught yourself (like I have) saying these words?“Wish me luck!”“Good luck with that!”“What a lucky break!”“Maybe if I’m lucky!”I have been having a running conversation with my youngest daughter about why those words are never appropriate for someone … [Read more...] about Careless Words
The Painful Process of Motherhood
"But women will be preserved through the bearing of children if they continue in faith and love and sanctity with self-restraint." I Timothy 2:15 (NASB)I cannot remember a time I didn't want to be a mommy. I think I played with dolls until I was twelve years old. The only reason I quit playing was being afraid of the mocking laughter of others if they knew my secret. I had huge plans for my … [Read more...] about The Painful Process of Motherhood
