Many of you know it but I’m putting it out there for the world to see…I AM AFRAID OF CATS! Ok, so I said it! Now you might not understand my fear and may even laugh at my fear but for me, it is very real! I’ve tried to figure out where it came from, … [Read more…]
But the greatest among you shall be your servant. Matthew 23:11 I’m frustrated. We are in desperate need of volunteers in every area of our church and no one seems to want to step up to the plate. I’m so very tired of hearing the same old excuses every week. You think you’re not talented … [Read more…]
“And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And … [Read more…]
I always talk to God when I’m on my morning jog. It’s when I’m completely focused on HIM and the beauty He’s created is all around me. It’s during this time that I feel His presence and encouragement. I’m so thankful to call Him my Father! Just this morning, while listening to the birds sing, … [Read more…]
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:12 Many times we stay where we are because we don’t surrender our problem or desire to God fully. … [Read more…]
“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36 ESV Have you ever had a bad habit? Biting your nails, saying hi to Ben & Jerry at 3AM, downing 12 Diet Cokes a day? And come New Years, you resolve that this is the year—no more (fill in the blank with habit … [Read more…]
Sometimes, when I am going through a particularly rough time, I find myself less and less committed to spiritual disciplines. My quiet times diminish, my prayer life becomes rushed and shallow, and I fill free time with mindless distractions, instead of more time with the Lord. It is usually when I am tired; bone tired … [Read more…]
“And suddenly there came from heaven a noise like a violent rushing wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting.” Acts 2:2 On the final evening of our time in Haiti we experienced what would be recognized as an unusual weather event. As we sat in Pastor Dony’s house, which sits upon a bluff … [Read more…]
For this post to make any sense, you need a little background information about me. In 2004, I gave birth to an extremely premature little miracle named Gavin. He was 15 weeks early and had seemingly endless medical challenges related to his prematurity. He spent 113 days in the NICU before he finally got to … [Read more…]
How many times have you told someone your story? Sharing mine is a relatively new thing for me to do, considering I was 20 years old before I discovered the freedom and the joy it brings. When I left for Haiti last week with the Long Hollow Women’s team, I wondered what I might give … [Read more…]
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