Category Archives: Spiritual Growth

the Ultimate Brave Heart

[What, what would have become of me] had I not believed that I would see the Lord’s goodness in the land of the living! Wait and hope for and expect the Lord; be brave and of good courage and let … Continue reading

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Faith-life in the Light

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

“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

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

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

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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Investment Matters

 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

“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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Trust

This last year has been my biggest test ever! A test of trust.Since a month following my husband’s last surgery, I’ve been writing his cancer story. Not that it will ever be published, but for our children to read in … Continue reading

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Accept/Yield/Remember

Accept: My acceptance of God’s daily provision: spiritually, emotionally, physically, materially will fill me with contentment. “LORD, you have assigned me my portion and my cup; you have made my lot secure.” (Psalms 16:5 NIV) Yield:  When I let go … Continue reading

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