Category Archives: Growth

In the Midst of the Storm

I don’t like storms, but I find myself in the middle of one again. This time it’s an actual, physical storm rather than a storm where my faith is being tested, my emotions are in turmoil, and our resources are … Continue reading

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THIS is Love

I’ve almost finished reading the Bible from cover to cover again. As I made my way through 1 John today, I thought (again) of the many ways I am blessed. I have so many friends and family members who genuinely … Continue reading

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God’s Timing is Perfect!

Recent events showing how perfect God’s timing is have led me to meditate on Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV1984): “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven . . .” The first thing that happened is … Continue reading

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Tornado Season and a Prayer Request

It’s tornado season. We were spared the storms last week that cost so many people their lives and that tore families and property apart. There are storms rolling in today. We don’t have a huge threat of severe weather but … Continue reading

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When the Shock Wears Off

It’s been a little over two months since we got the diagnosis that changed our world. It wasn’t unexpected, but hearing someone say it out loud and seeing it written in a report about my daughter still caught me off guard. … Continue reading

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Whose Plans Are They?

As I read through Isaiah and Jeremiah, I found verse after verse that talked about God’s plans and purposes prevailing over anything man had schemed, plotted, or planned. Even the most powerful rulers of that time couldn’t carry out anything … Continue reading

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I’m Not Strong

People often make remarks about how strong I am. I’m not, though. I’m weak. I beg God for help regularly, and when I don’t, things don’t go well. I often feel completely overwhelmed by my “normal” life, and when extras … Continue reading

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Finding Wonders and Miracles in the Midst of the Storm

I’ve been “talking” (through texts, social media, phone calls, and face-to-face conversations) to some friends of mine, and we’re all overwhelmed by the storms and trials so many families are going through. We have cried together, prayed for one another, … Continue reading

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Running into Battle

As I read my Bible this week, I came across a verse that showed me how I should deal with pesky problems in my life. David’s life always evokes a spectrum of emotions in me. And, as always, I find … Continue reading

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Advice for the New Year

We started our lessons this week after DH went back to work on Tuesday. It was hard to get started again after our Christmas break, but we managed to get everything in four days in a row. We had some … Continue reading

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