Have you ever been in a room where it seemed like everyone was talking at once? It's kind of chaotic and makes it hard to focus and think. Which makes me appreciate God all the more! He hears every single one of us at the same time. He listens when we pray and communicate with … Continue reading Languages
Some days I just fall to my knees in awe. I read this from Charles Stanley the other day and had to share it with you. In the book of Leviticus the word sacrifice or offering comes from a root word that means to "approach" or "go near," as in becoming personally involved in a … Continue reading Wow, really?
Sometimes at my ranch, there are stinky chores that must be done, and I mean that literally. Cleaning our areas/stalls after animals is one of those chores. But it must be done. Some spaces are close quarters and the smell gets overwhelming. Every so often you need to stop, step outside, and get a breath … Continue reading Breath of fresh air
Yesterday I saw a man walking a big dog. Correction: I saw a big dog walking the man. This dog was pulling hard at his leash and the man was doing his best to hold on and remain in control. They were approaching an intersection and the man was trying to stop the dog from … Continue reading Who is walking whom?
I had a dream Tuesday night. I was walking on a cobblestone road, on campus, at dusk. I looked toward the setting sun, then heard three voices singing behind me. I turned to look and it was three college women, riding bikes while harmonizing their song. They were singing, “My Savior's Sword” One started, the … Continue reading Sword
In my last post, I was talking about being on the struggle bus. Yesterday I asked God for some encouragement. He was happy to answer. First, in my morning devotion time, I read two verses that were completely spot on for my situation. Next, at my office, I had someone come in who said we … Continue reading Isn’t that just like Him?
I know God will not give me anything I can't handle. I just wish he didn't trust me so much. (Mother Teresa) The term "struggle bus" is slang for a difficult or frustrating situation. It often describes times when someone feels overwhelmed. Boy can I relate to that! I have been going through a struggle … Continue reading Struggle Bus
I'm reading a book called Extravagant Grace. It has six different authors. One of them is Barbara Johnson. (1927-2007) One of her sections included something that grabbed me. “In your darkest hours, listen to Jesus saying, 'Been there. Done that.' Jesus has tasted what you are tasting, felt what you are feeling, looked into the … Continue reading …Got the t-shirt
One of my first visits to my husband's grandparent's house, was an eye-opener for me. I was helping her make dinner, and we down into the basement to get something for our preparations. They had shelves lining all the walls, fully stocked with supplies. Canned goods, paper towels, toilet paper, you name it, they had … Continue reading Waste not
I know I sure did. I was laying in bed this morning, mulling over a sticky situation in my life. When I had the image of my loving, Heavenly Father gently lifting my chin to put my eyes on His face. "You don't need this in your life today. What you need is My Presence." … Continue reading Thought you could use this today
God Still Speaks 