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
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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
Take a Moment
I want to take a moment to thank the Lord for His endless mercy. I am undeserving yet He is full of grace. I know my crimes against Him are numerous. I know I am guilty of neglecting Him and turning from Him. I know I was one of those whose actions nailed Him to … Continue reading Take a Moment
Lightning and Thunder
I know people who are ceraunophiles; they love the thunder and lightning. I have a friend who loves to sit on her porch during the thunder storms. She thinks the lightning is beautiful and somehow she finds peace in the display of God’s power. I do not. I know God places each bolt of lightning … Continue reading Lightning and Thunder
Lost
Nothing is ‘by chance’. I think of my own life and how every person is carefully placed. Timing and circumstances align just so to orchestrate what seems like random events. That’s the thing… Our plans and everything we do to try to get ahead or get away are part of a larger plan. Look at … Continue reading Lost
Am I?
Am I?Dear Lord,Am I one of those who is an impostor?Do I?Dear Lord,Do I call on your namein vain?Have I?Dear Lord, Have I blasphemed your precious name?Am I?Dear Lord,Am I forever lostfrom your love and grace?Am I?Dear Lord,Am I guilty of sin,full of shame?Oh Lord,Pardon me. Have mercy on and forgive me. Am I?Dear Lord,I need you,please cover me.
Thine
”saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.“ Luke 22:42 KJV I’m in a bit of a place, and have been for a while now. My thoughts have been on this bitterness I’ve been drinking, begging for it to be removed. Or perhaps for … Continue reading Thine
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