This word is really hard to wrap my head around, because everything I can see, or touch comes to an end. I remember a friend telling me once that a light switch has a point in which it breaks, and it won’t function properly. I went to a funeral this week and the service memorialized…
There are times when I’m tired and irritable and don’t “feel” like praising the Lord. I believe I should praise even when I don’t “feel” like. I’ve learned many times over the years that my feelings are quite fickle. My “feelings” can “turn on a dime” – in other words – they can go from…
I recently went to the doctor regarding my knee. I don’t remember an event where I injured it, but it hurts in the bend. It hurts when I’m walking, and I extend my leg. The x-rays weren’t definitive, so the prognosis is to wear a brace for support and see if it will heal. I…
When I take time to count my blessings, it takes a good bit of time. An incredible sense of gratitude comes over me when I stop to count my blessings. For the past couple of years, I’ve really tried to take gratitude more seriously. I have been deliberate about giving the Lord thanks for my…
Blog by Kristen Hicks I recently read this quote from Lisa Bevere that said, “The warrior considers opposition from the enemy as a sign she is going in the right direction.” Sometimes, I’m not exactly sure I am going in the right direction but I can see this… the more I’ve encouraged others to find…
I used to call the auditorium of our church the sanctuary. I also remember hearing of certain tracts of land that are called wildlife sanctuary where various types of wildlife are safe from hunters. A sanctuary also refers to a place of refuge or asylum. I began thinking more carefully about this word several years…
I will be the first to admit that I’ve not always felt like praising God. There are times when my heart is heavy and hurt. There are times when I’m confused. There are times when I’m frustrated and angry. There are times when I’m just plain numb. It is really hard to praise God when…
I am certainly not a perfect person; however, I am forgiven. I am a recipient of grace and mercy from God Himself. This grace and mercy was paid for by the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. My forgiveness was purchased. I am becoming the righteousness of God. I am becoming holy. I am becoming…
This is not a word that I use a lot, but I actually do ponder pretty often. I think I’ve probably called it reflecting. Ponder means to deeply think and consider something carefully. I do ponder my faith quite often. I ponder relationships. I ponder my work. I ponder vacation. I ponder a lot more…
I actually don’t mind sitting down some. I do like this new trend toward “stand-up desks”, but I also like my comfortable chair. I don’t like to be told to sit down, but it’s a bit more restful to sit. When I sit down, I’m a bit more relaxed and rested. When I sit down…