Monthly Archives: December 2016

“But I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I might show you my power and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth.” Exodus 9:16 (NIV)   One of my jobs allows me the privilege of meeting some very interesting people with great stories.  While their stories are theirs toContinue reading “The Bigger Picture”

“See, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind.” Isaiah 65:17 (NIV)   Last time we were together I was sharing how God showed me that while I want to live this life without regrets for Him, part of doing thatContinue reading “Life is Not a Test – Or is It? Part II”

  “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Luke 1:38 (NIV) I was reading two separate devotions during this Christmas season which took the viewpoint of what Joseph and Mary might have been thinking when given such a huge assignment.  What were they really thinking?  The devotions tookContinue reading “Christmas Resulted From Obedience”

“Many are the plans in a person’s heart,     but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” Proverbs 19:21 (NIV)   Our family loves listening to a new song by Toby Mac.  It’s played on our local Christian station often but we also have the CD we can put in anytime we need a reminder.  ItContinue reading “Life is Not a Test – Or is It? Part I”

“What’s my slice of pie (responsibility) in the situation?” Pastor Scott Rogers   I’ve spoken many times on this blog about the journey God has taken me on this summer – to better health.  I felt led to complete a 40-day fast during the summer and then even though I heard God tell me toContinue reading “What’s My Slice?”

“For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.” Habakkuk 2:3 (NIV)   Even though I thought God had cured me of a lot of my perfectionistic qualities, when I’m stressed out, theyContinue reading “Slow On Purpose”

“And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.” 2 Timothy 2:2 (NIV)   I’ve shared some about the acquisition of a bearded dragon to our family and how we virtually knew nothing about the reptile kingdom aContinue reading “The Power of Mentors”

“For the word of the Lord is right and true;     he is faithful in all he does.” Psalm 33:4 (NIV)   I spoke many months ago about how our puppy has an orphan spirit.  I’m not sure if it’s because of how he was born and raised for the first few months of his lifeContinue reading “My Orphan Pup – Part II”

“So also Abraham ‘believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.’ Understand, then, that those who have faith are children of Abraham.” Galatians 3:6-7 (NIV)   There have been some situations in my life recently where I’ve been asking God what His will is for our family.  What exactly He wants us toContinue reading “Do I Really Believe?”

“The Lord is my strength and my shield;my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” Psalm 28:7 (NIV)   I never thought I would say the words above.  It’s not that I have anything against reptiles.  I just never had any desireContinue reading “I’m the Mom (Grandmother) of a Reptile”