Have you ever pleaded with God to give you what you want? When God answers prayers, he takes care of every detail. God knows us inside and out. We may not even know what we need. God does. When God answers prayers, it is all good. There are no tricks or deceit. God answers our… Continue reading Day 19: Let Go of Control
Category: Luke
Day 13: Life Will Not Be the Same
My mom's surgery is tomorrow. My kids start school again tomorrow. I was distracted today with back to school preparations. I *almost* didn't think about the surgery tomorrow. It is in the back of my mind, lingering. Thoughts about the surgery invade my thoughts, as I try to push the thoughts back again. My kids… Continue reading Day 13: Life Will Not Be the Same
Let Go, and Let God Fight For You
If you are like me, you have mistakes. I have done things that you regret. I wish that I could go back and change them, but I cannot. Luckily, God forgives me. God forgives you. God gives us second chances, with no strings attached. God is that good. People on earth are not so forgiving.… Continue reading Let Go, and Let God Fight For You
Day 7: Keeping My Eyes Focused On The Lord
Yesterday was another day full of unexpected news. My mom was released from the hospital on Tuesday and went home to my sister's house. Yesterday, I called to check on my mom, and she said there were complications. Oh no. "What complications?" I ask. My mom said, not with her, with other sick people in… Continue reading Day 7: Keeping My Eyes Focused On The Lord
The Rewards of Prayer Are Better Than Any Fad or Quick Remedy
It is easy to fall out of the habit of reading the bible and praying. We went on a vacation, and now I am trying to get back into a routine. The laundry is piled up. Suitcases are stacked by the door. I believe that reading the bible is more important. I have to start… Continue reading The Rewards of Prayer Are Better Than Any Fad or Quick Remedy
Do I Deny Knowing Jesus?
The Easter season is upon us. Lent starts in two days. I grew up Catholic and attended Catholic schools. Easter is late this year on April 21st. Growing up, we always observed Lenten practices. The first day of Lent marks the 40 days before Jesus died on the cross. It starts on Ash Wednesday and… Continue reading Do I Deny Knowing Jesus?
We Need To Do Our Part
Sometimes it feels like everything is coming at me at once. I don't know how to feel about the events transpiring around me, and I don't know how to address each situation in a Godly manner. My heart gets weighed down by what is happening in my neighborhood, my kids' lives, my husband's work, my… Continue reading We Need To Do Our Part
Embrace This Beautiful Life 