Author Archives: For Glory Sake!

Faith-life in the Light

Posted on September 20, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

When David was diagnosed with cancer and life went into a spin, somehow our little normal family came into the spot-light. It was totally unplanned on our part and certainly not something we sought. As a matter of fact, because … Continue reading →

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Our Busy God

Posted on September 19, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

“The steps of a [good and righteous] man are directed and established by the LORD. And He (God) delights in his (man) way [and He (God) busies Himself with his (man) every step]. Psalm 37:23 AMPC I like to Capitalize references to … Continue reading →

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God of emotions

Posted on September 17, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

I find it fascinating to study the human-like expressions that apply to God. You can find God displaying many emotions in response to his people: dread (Deut. 32:27), grief (Gen 6:6), jealousy (Ex. 34:14), determination (Jere. 44:26), contempt (Ps. 2:4) Delight with … Continue reading →

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God's Little Love Notes

Posted on September 8, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

I am always so amazed and touched when God reaches down into my day and sends me a personal word. It could simply be a verse that seems to jump off the page or a devotional that leaves me feeling … Continue reading →

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Priceless Privilege

Posted on September 7, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

I love the phrase, “…the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ.” Philippians 3:8 NLTThe Amplified Bible uses the words, “Priceless privilege, overwhelming preciousness, surpassing worth and supreme advantage of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord.”  What an awesome thought that we could know Him … Continue reading →

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The Language of Love

Posted on August 31, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

Our Biblestudy had an interesting discussion the other day on Love Languages” Gary Smalley made the term famous with his book by the same title. It basically discusses the form in which people like to give and receive love. What … Continue reading →

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Investment Matters

Posted on August 30, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

 Years ago, missionary Elizabeth Elliot, encouraged me to make time everyday for a quiet time with God. It was an investment she said; a sowing of seeds. And so I took her challenge and began to set aside time daily, … Continue reading →

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Shaken

Posted on August 26, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

“Suddenly there was a massive earthquake and the prison was shaken to it’s foundations. All the doors immediately flew open and the chains of every prisoner fell off!” Acts 16:26 We’ve had a lot of shaking going on at our … Continue reading →

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Bethany's Poem

Posted on August 24, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

My Special placeby Bethany Etheriedge 8 My special place is my secret place It smells like wet dog and wet cat I see the bright sun as it beats down on my chest I hear the birds when they sing … Continue reading →

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Pain

Posted on August 24, 2011 by For Glory Sake!

Pain: physical suffering or distress and mental or emotional torment… affliction, agony, discomfort. Nothing can change my schedule faster! It has caused me to stop running and limp home. It has made me drop bush clippers and hurry for a bandage. … Continue reading →

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