Barriers between people. Divisiveness, violence, emotional upheaval, fear. This is not who we were created to be! We were made for so much more. We were made to be in relationship, to teach and learn without judgment, to be overflowing in joy and love, peace and patience, goodness and generosity. The celebration of Christ’s TableContinue reading “….YOU ARE SOMEBODY….….. Sunday, 7/18/2021…. … Home Communion …”
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STEPPING OUT .. 7/15/2021 …Thriving on Thursday
I have a tendency to pull away into my own world, especially if there is conflict. I have discovered that no matter what our personalities or coping traits are, we can step out in faith. And, in stepping out, it is okay if we don’t get it all right, as long as we are livingContinue reading “STEPPING OUT .. 7/15/2021 …Thriving on Thursday”
Popeye, the Sailor Man, with Spinach……… July 2, 2021 … Friday
Do you remember Popeye? When he needed strength, he popped open a can of spinach and poured it in. Paul makes a similar statement that he is fine when people call him weak because that lets the power of Christ show through him. For the celebrations of Independence Day in America, I am grateful andContinue reading “Popeye, the Sailor Man, with Spinach……… July 2, 2021 … Friday”
GRACE: IT’S IMPORTANT!… 6/30/2021 … Wednesday
I have known a few people who have had mental breakdowns because they knew that they didn’t match the standard of perfection which they felt was demanded of them by their religious beliefs. Yesterday, I read a document that brought forth those feelings in me. I finally turned off the computer and turned on collegeContinue reading “GRACE: IT’S IMPORTANT!… 6/30/2021 … Wednesday”
HELP ME RHONDA, AND EVERYONE…. June 9, 2021…. Wednesday
My prayers for the helpers, receiving help, and being a help. Not quite a single focus, but each relates to helping.
GLORY ON TAP — 6/8/2021 — HOME COMMUNION — — SUNDAY — —
I am so glad that perfection does not mean never making a mistake, but living fully with love. I am so glad troubles around us do not mean that we are being punished; instead they can be looked past to the tastes of glory and the fullness of God. I am so glad that noContinue reading “GLORY ON TAP — 6/8/2021 — HOME COMMUNION — — SUNDAY — —”
GOT TROUBLES?June 2,2021 – Wednesday
It made me laugh when I realized that the internet wasn’t going to cooperate! Just one of those troubles that can rise up and exasperate. Jesus did not lack his share of troubles. He held on and kept going with GOD LOVE holding him up. This morning, I pray as we deal with those troublingContinue reading “GOT TROUBLES?June 2,2021 – Wednesday”
COMFORT MY PEOPLE, COMFORT- 5/25/2021 – Tuesday
Grief. Sometimes life throws such loss at us, that we can barely breathe through our grief. Sometimes grief pops up years later for someone or some thing that we miss. Different people grieve differently and yet, grief is universal. Faith can give us strength to keep moving forward. Faith can help us hold onto theContinue reading “COMFORT MY PEOPLE, COMFORT- 5/25/2021 – Tuesday”
Difficult People. Amazing Grace.5/18/2021 – Tuesday
I am making a decision right now. I am not going to let difficult people get under my skin. I am going to pray for them. I am going to ask God to bless them. I am going to ask the Whole One to help them in their needs. I am going to look forContinue reading “Difficult People. Amazing Grace.5/18/2021 – Tuesday”
FOLLOW THE LEADER – 5/12/2021
You are the Leader. It is not as obvious as the actual game, but there are those who follow you for guidance on how to handle their own surprises, problems, opportunities. We are not responsible for the choices others make. We can not make anyone follow us or listen to us. We are responsible forContinue reading “FOLLOW THE LEADER – 5/12/2021”
AND SHE PONDERED: Encountering God in Everyday Life 