Paul, Timothy

Letting Go: No More Back-up Options for my Back-up Option

Boo! Today is Halloween! My kids go trick or treating every year. This year we planned to do something new. We planned to go to a Harvest Party at our church with rides, games and bouncy houses. God had a different plan for us. The party was canceled because of the weather forecast. It is… Continue reading Letting Go: No More Back-up Options for my Back-up Option

God's Character, Paul, Timothy

The Lord Knows Those Who Are His

Some days the kindness of God overwhelms me. Puzzle pieces start connecting together in my head, revealing a tiny part of God's plan, and I feel overwhelmed by the goodness of God. I cannot really express how wonderful it feels. God can work in ways you would never imagine. This is one example. Last Spring,… Continue reading The Lord Knows Those Who Are His

Paul, Timothy

Replace Fear With Power, Love and a Sound Mind

In this morning's bible study, the leader asked if any of us had fear. Many of us raised our hands. It was interesting that we read about fear two days before Halloween. I didn't think about Halloween at all, as we read the scripture verses on fear. There are plenty of ways to be afraid… Continue reading Replace Fear With Power, Love and a Sound Mind

Paul

Pray When Life Feels Unfair

Have you ever been in a situation that was unfair? I have been stewing about an incident that was not fair. Two days later, I started praying that God bless those involved. I remembered the scripture verses  "do not avenge yourselves". Let the Lord repay those who did wrong.  I prayed that God would bring… Continue reading Pray When Life Feels Unfair

Choosing Faith Each Day, Paul, Timothy

Rest and a Quiet Life

In my Tuesday bible study, we are reading through Paul's epistles. It struck me that he said in each of the last three letters we read, to lead a quiet life. I don't think it means to live a silent life. I think it means to live a life in moderation. I think Paul was… Continue reading Rest and a Quiet Life

Paul, Timothy, Trusting in God

Everyone Can Change

Right now, I am struggling. My mom has stage 4 cancer. She started radiation and a chemo pill last Friday. The prognosis for Glioblastoma is two years at the most with surgery, chemo pills and radiation. One day, I think that I accept it, and I am at peace. The next day, I feel overwhelming… Continue reading Everyone Can Change

Hope and Peace, Paul, Timothy

Nourished in the Words of Faith

This morning, I read the first book of Timothy in my womens bible study. I am mediating on one verse, "nourished in the words of faith". It sounds like we need the words of faith to live a happy, healthy life. A Good Servant of Jesus Christ If you instruct the brethren in these things,… Continue reading Nourished in the Words of Faith

Paul, Trusting in God

Pray Away Nightmares

Halloween is coming up in ten days. My neighbors love Halloween. They have bones and lights and graveyards in their front yards. We do have a few cute decorations up for my kids. I have to admit that Halloween is not my favorite day. It creeps me out. I don’t want to watch scary movies… Continue reading Pray Away Nightmares

Daniel, Love and Praise

Everlasting Kingdom

Some days I go through the day and feel surprised and confused at the world around me. I feel out of touch about the latest shows, trends and fads. Do you ever feel that way? I am trying to keep my eyes focused on God. I am trying to get better and improve myself. I… Continue reading Everlasting Kingdom

Paul, Trusting in God

An Outcome Beyond Our Imagination

I don't know why I get surprised by the goodness of God. God does amazing things for us. When I let go of my worries and give them to God, amazing things happen. I worry. I get stressed out. I try and control the situation, which just gets worse. Then, finally, I truly let go… Continue reading An Outcome Beyond Our Imagination