Am I Fearful?

Am I Fearful?   So many times fear is at the front door when we are faced with the unknown. In the Bible we see almost every time an angel appears to someone in the flesh, it says, “Fear not.”   When we are faced with the reality that we...
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Celebration of Independence

  My parents met on the 4th of July. My mom used to joke and say that my Dad lost his independence on that day.   My dad passed away four years ago, and my mom is now independent of my father. However, her independence is temporary. Holidays can be difficult,...
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Renewed

Renewed   When I feel like I am falling apart (whether physically or emotionally) I can always rely of God to renew my spirit. He restores me physically as well. When I trust in Him there is always hope.   “Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward...
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Do you have a diagnosis?

  Have you ever gone to the doctor and they have to send you for more tests? The doctor is unable to diagnose the problem, if he can’t diagnose the problem, he is more than likely not able to cure it either. The Bible indicates that the root problem of...
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Patient in Trials; Me?

Patient in Trials; Me?   Through self observation I have discovered that my patience can be short and I may snap at the ones that I love the most during a time of grief. I have had to ask for forgiveness and repent from my attitude.   “Be kindly affectionate...
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New outlook

Experiencing a loss provides you a new outlook on life, a blessing.   You realize that every day is a gift, and little things mean a lot.  You may become more compassionate, empathetic, sensitive, or appreciative towards another’s loss. You are looking through “the eyes of your understanding being enlightened;...
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Renewed

Renewed   When I feel like I am falling apart (whether physically or emotionally) I can always rely of God to renew my spirit. He restores me physically as well. When I trust in Him there is always hope.   “Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward...
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Where is God in Our Trouble?

Where is God in Our Trouble?   The early church was persecuted for their faith in Jesus. Herod wanted to kill Peter and had him arrested. As the church was praying for Peter, this is what happened:   “Now behold, an angel of the Lord stood by him, and a...
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Reverence

  I was in a conference on loss last week, and the theme word was “reverence”. The speaker provided every definition of reverence, other than the one that the Bible gives; which is to have respect or fear. When you are in the midst of a loss; fear of the...
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Where Can We Hide?

Where Can We Hide?   Before I went to bed last night the forecast was severe storms. I had an unusual dream. I dreamed the Lord told me to put anything I did not want broken into my washing machine; where it would be safe. I could hear the loud...
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