I underline many verses in my Bible, but occasionally a chapter will jump out at me. It is these times when I circle the chapter number instead of marking all the verses. Job 14 is one such chapter. The first and second verses are full of meaning that strikes me in ways I cannot begin … Continue reading Wages
Category: Encouragement
Blessings
We are surrounded by blessings. Praise God. I’ve been under heavy attack lately from someone but even that person can’t bring me down… I’m overwhelmed with work… My health continues to decline… I’m losing sleep… But praise God, He still showers me with blessings. I’m a work in progress, and I hope I can continue … Continue reading Blessings
Life Happens
Life is funny sometimes… I mean you can make plans and have things just so and then life happens… Praise God, life happens. Every day is a miracle. Every moment is a blessing. Every breath is a gift. Cherish every bit of life. Find happiness in your walk with God. Find joy in your family. … Continue reading Life Happens
Job 14
“Man that is born of a woman Is of few days, and full of trouble. He cometh forth like a flower, and is cut down: He fleeth also as a shadow, and continueth not.” Job 14:1-2 KJV We have few days on this earth. Why do we worry so much and strive so much? Not … Continue reading Job 14
You Got This
Sometimes you gotta talk your own self off the ledge. I’m gonna sit there with you and I’ll sit there in the dark with you while you’re sitting on the edge, but I can’t talk you down. You can’t count on me like that. I’m right here with you for you. Anytime you need anything, … Continue reading You Got This
Sufficient
“Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God.” 2 Corinthians 3:5 (KJV) When we lay aside the things we think and focus on the things that the Lord says, we can find comfort. Daily we face trials and temptations and we often think … Continue reading Sufficient
Happier
I’ve had some health scares lately… I’ve been advised that I need to go on a particular medicine, one that many people take. But, I don’t want to do it. Three different specialists have suggested this medication, none consulting the other… Instead of outright agreeing, I have been watching my numbers, and praying… The three … Continue reading Happier
Selfish
I want to be selfish.I want to say what I think and feel.I want to put it all out there and get it off my chest.Damnit, I want to yell.But you know what? I can’t.I can’t say what I think and feel.I can’t get it off my chest. I can’t put it all out there and let … Continue reading Selfish
Face It
It’s hard to face our fears. It’s hard to stand up when we’re under scrutiny. But sometimes, you just need to face it. When Saul was on the road to Damascus, he saw a bright light. I’m sure he tried to turn away from it, but he was blinded. The men with him heard a … Continue reading Face It
Fear
Hello? I’m scaredCan you hear me?Is anyone there? I’ve faced my demonsI’ve looked at deathBut this thing I faceTakes my breath.It’s nameless,I can’t put into wordsFeelings of fear,Shame and hurt. It’s taken reason,Logic, and so much more I’m a shell of the girlI was before. I’m frozen with fear,Paralyzed without,Thoughts can formBut not come out. I can’t moveOr speak,I’ve lost all,I … Continue reading Fear
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