Monthly Archives: October 2019

Exercise the Will

Posted on October 18, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Everyday I have choices: how long to linger in bed, what to wear, how much coffee to drink, even whether to have a good attitude. As I consider my “to do” list, I can either allow it to overwhelm me, or … Continue reading →

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Feed the Soul

Posted on October 16, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Soul food is usually high calorie, high carb, full fat and sweet! Hits all the no-no’s on any diet list, but it tastes good and makes me feel so wonderful at the moment. Now I’m hungry… Sometimes my soul is … Continue reading →

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Counting the cost

Posted on October 6, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

Who builds a house without preparing financially? Who goes to battle without planning ahead?These parables (Matthew 14:27-33) by Jesus explained how following Him was going to cost us. Really? How hard will this be? Will it take everything? All I have… … Continue reading →

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And the gift goes on

Posted on October 4, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

In 2009 one of the big kids that played in our front yard, began to live in our house. Our children were: 7, 9, 11, 13, and 15 at the time. This special young man moved almost seamlessly into our lives … Continue reading →

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When the “what if” happens

Posted on October 2, 2019 by For Glory Sake!

What if my loved one gets a terminal illness? What if I’m injured at a critical moment? What if my child becomes an addict… or goes to jail? Utterly fails? What if my child tells they are gay or not … Continue reading →

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