Author Archives: For Glory Sake!

The heart of the matter

I love finding hearts: on sidewalks, in fruit, in a stain or a rock shape! They remind me of God’s love for me. He’s always out for my good… if only I stop take notice. Apparently God looks for hearts … Continue reading

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I’m the one

I’m the one who gets to hear their hearts, share their joys, carry their sorrows. I’m the one who gets to say “good-morning” and “goodnight,” with a kiss and a hug. I’m the one who has the privilege of praying … Continue reading

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Lyme Disease Update

Post S.O.T. immunotherapy for Lyme Disease  Sarah 6 week Update: Systemic Yeast believed to be killed (after 5 IV infusions) Some weight loss has occurred Swelling going down from extremities 1st Fewer sick days Fewer low-grade fevers 1 throw up in … Continue reading

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IN everything… FOR everything

“Be thankful” is a clear mandate in God’s Word! Besides who is to be thankful I’ve been pulling verses to teach me: when and what for and how and where to be thankful… Who gives thanks? Paul’s Prayer (in Colossians 1:9-12) … Continue reading

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Finding the Joy-Way

Me: I have such Peace … I really have Joy!  Child: How is that even possible?  Me: Because I know God is out for my good each day… even in this. Child: How’d you get like this? Me: Life experience; walking with … Continue reading

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He Does Restore!

I waited so long… 7 years in-fact. My “right hand, little brain” pushed away from me somewhere near 16 years old and didn’t come back until 22. It was, as they say, a slow fade. So frustrating for any parent. … Continue reading

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2nd time around: Eat To Live!

Our daughter is still in the Lyme struggle, post SOT Therapy about 20 days, with The Genesis Center and Dr. Sloan. Wow! It’s been a looong journey from that 2014 tick bite and rash… her 2016 health-crash and 2017 diagnosis … Continue reading

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Be still

I took a nice long walk this morning, talking to God. Thankful for blessings, amazed over answers to prayer and frustrated that some issues continue… after years. I thought of the prodigal son‘s father- watching, waiting. I think most parents … Continue reading

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Free to Enjoy!

Fasting weekly (from Thursday at 4 to Friday at 4) for the last 4 months has brought some great revelations and insights. What my friend Bobbi and I call these, Freedom Friday‘s because by Friday, God consistently has brought us a … Continue reading

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Free to love my country

How interesting it has been to travel to other lands and meet people who love their countries. They are so proud to show us around and quick to tell us why their nation is wonderful. We hear political discussions and … Continue reading

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