Tag: Bible
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DEATH’S BELLS ARE RINGING!

Yesterday was the funeral of a friend, who died suddenly about a week ago. His death reminded me of the frailty of life. The Bible tells me that my life is like a vapor; a whiff. The older I become, the more funerals of friends and family I attend. For some, I thank God that…
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NEW AGAIN

Oh, for a thousand tongues to sing My great Redeemer’s praise, The glories of my God and king, The triumphs of His grace! I know I have said it before, but I love spring. It is possible that spring may be my favorite season. The temperature is reasonable; not too hot, not too cold. I…
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BLOOM WHERE YOU’RE PLANTED

Yeah! Spring is here at last, although it may not seem like it, move over winter, spring has arrived! We took Anna to scout out a college, (please, Lord, slow down the time!), while there, I noticed this caption, ‘Bloom where you’re planted’, written on the wall. The Resident Director said for a few students,…
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BEGINNING A VIBRANT DEVOTIONAL LIFE

Moses had died and the Lord has selected Joshua to be his successor. Now he would lead God’s people to the Promised Land. In order to do that job successfully, he had to do two things; study and obey the Word of God. The Lord was not asking for much, right? Just ponder on what…
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COMBATING THE WINTER BLUES

I am a sunshine girl. I love the sun! I love being able to wear fun clothes, high heels, colorful handbags. Summer is my happy time. It brings laughter, festivals, fairs, travels. But it isn’t summer, now. Summer is still a few months away (insert sad face here). But… (insert smile face here) I do…
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WHEN FEELINGS CONTROL MY ACTIONS

Matthew 14:30 But when he saw that the wind was boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink he cried out, saying, “Lord, save me!” Do you know who said these words? If you do not, I gave you a hint with the scripture reference. Go ahead, read the entire story, it starts at verse…
