Author Archives: For Glory Sake!

A Poem

Posted on November 16, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Are these trials so important? Will the pieces all make sense? Frayed and broken, mixed up messes, Thoughts distressing, soul- suspense. Falling, swirling, where to settle, Take a step and try to stand. God, Your never-ceasing patience, Leads me onward … Continue reading →

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Pride

Posted on November 14, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

It lurks around the corner, sneaking up and tripping me when I least expect it. Pride the base of all sin, is usually easier to see in someone else, even while it’s staring me in the mirror. The other day … Continue reading →

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Signs & Wonders

Posted on November 10, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

3 times in the last few days God sent me a message loud and clear, “I’m here, I see what’s happening and I love you.” Wow, what comfort, what treasure… and just what I needed before I even asked. The … Continue reading →

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Dys-function-al

Posted on November 3, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

A sweet older woman complimented me recently on our large family saying, “It’s so nice to see a family that’s not dysfunctional these days.”  I nearly burst out laughing because we are definitely dysfunctional and are no way the model family by … Continue reading →

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Possibilities

Posted on November 2, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Possibilities, such a wonderful word! It seems so fresh and full of breath, it always brings me hope to remember that with God all things are possible. Jesus promises, in Him I have abundant life. Sometimes when I compare that promise to … Continue reading →

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Persistence 

Posted on October 14, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

We have this bird… that’s rather annoying. He’s been tapping on an outside window for over a WEEK. He shows up at daybreak and begins his daily vigil of jumping up and pecking the glass with feet splayed. It was … Continue reading →

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A Running Anniversary

Posted on September 29, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Most of my life I knew only ballet. Stopping and birthing children for 10 years took a toll, so at 35, I decided to try running. Alternating a run/walk combo from one mailbox to the next was all I could physically … Continue reading →

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Waiting -until you want to scream!

Posted on September 27, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Asking God for something, or someone… some action on this situation …please!!! Waiting to see the needle move in a positive direction or any ray of hope can be such a drain. Been there? Me too! Ahhhh. Yes, I get … Continue reading →

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God Answers!

Posted on September 17, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Get ready, because God will answer you! In the 39 years I’ve been walking with Jesus as my Lord and Savior, I’ve asked for countless things… requests of all kinds. And I can tell you- He answers. I bet you’ve … Continue reading →

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Choosing Joy

Posted on September 6, 2017 by For Glory Sake!

Choices come in all shapes and sizes, even colors. Daily I choose items, activities, clothing, and food. It’s a constant determination to make each choice good. Unfortunately this can vary according to how tired I am. Making something a habit helps me. … Continue reading →

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