Category Archives: Trust

Good Grief?

God said, Not too murmur, grumble and complain- this just isn’t for His children. Don’t murmur: “How long must I bear with this evil congregation that murmurs against me?” Numbers 14:27 Don’t complain: “And do not complain…” 1 Corinthians 10:10 Don’t grumble & argue: “Do everything without … Continue reading

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Morning is Coming!

Day turns to dark,                                                                         … Continue reading

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When the “what if” happens

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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Why so disturbed soul? Put your Hope in God.

“If you look at the world, you’ll be distressed. If you look within, you’ll be depressed. But if you look at Christ, you’ll be at rest.” – Corrie ten Boom These are precious words I seem to forget when a day … Continue reading

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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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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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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 of Anger

I wrote last time about how angry and frustrated I used to be. Along with a book that opened my eyes, I adopted some daily guides to ensure I would not go back to being that angry mom again. Steps … Continue reading

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Free of worry

For Jen: No need worry, No need doubt No biting nails, No need to pout, He’s your Dad, Your biggest fan The One who made the sun, the sand. He holds the world, He counts your hairs He’s made each soul, Knows all your cares, We … Continue reading

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