Sometimes I think I was born anxious. Seriously, I can remember way too many middle of the night worry session as a child. And although I’d love to tell you that all disappeared when I grew up … you wouldn’t believe me anyway. Everyone knows there are countless things to worry about as an adult,… Read More
It’s true! It is absolutely impossible to experience God’s peace when I’m reliving yesterday or pre-living tomorrow. Peace simply cannot be applied to yesterday’s mess nor can it be pre-applied to tomorrow’s worries. Have you ever gotten to the end of the day and regret the amount of time you wasted on guilt, worry, and… Read More
I shared earlier this week that the number one prayer request on the Blessing Counters Pray Page is one that asks for a family relationship to be healed and/or restored. So, I wrote what I believe to be the 5 Best Ways to Bless and Strengthen Your Family. Not because I believe I have the… Read More
“A family is a place where principles are hammered and honed on the anvil of everyday living.” Charles Swindoll If you and I are supposed to believe every happy photo we see on social media … almost all of our friends have perfect relationships with their parents, siblings, spouses, children, and grandchildren. But… If you… Read More
The cards, flowers, chocolate, and “I love yous” have all been shared. And yet, I wonder how many of us are left longing because someone left us wanting … failing to fill us up the way we expected, hoped or believed we needed. I keep thinking about Jenny Lind’s song in The Greatest Showman… All… Read More
Love… It’s a fickle thing, isn’t it? We don’t want it to be. In fact, most people are desperately looking for a love that is guaranteed to last. Oh, we promise to love our spouse forever but nearly half of all marriages end in divorce. We hope our families will remain united and loving from… Read More
Wow, I’ve wrestled with this post… I shouldn’t be surprised, this forgiveness thing is hard. Something the Lord laid on my heart as I was working on this is the thought that many of us forgive from a “Law” perspective … one that believes “you have to forgive or God won’t forgive you.” And although,… Read More
Almost everyone has a double standard when it comes to forgiveness. If you and I are being honest, we’d admit we want to be forgiven but often find it hard to forgive. And that’s especially true, when the offense has been life-changing or the offender continues to do things that cause us pain. But then… Read More
So, how well are you resting? With all the discussion about the importance of self-care and taking time to rest… I wonder, how’s that going for you? I’m guessing that you, like many others, struggle to actually relax and rest occasionally … that’s why so many articles are being written and people are talking about… Read More
How do you picture God? Who do you see when you pause to pray? A fireman who will put out the fires in your life?A genie or fairy godmother who will grant your every wish?A judge who will punish you when you fail?A hard to please parent who always expects more?An administrator who makes decisions… Read More
Do you ever have times when your life’s circumstances seem impossible? Times when … your relationship is broken, or you can’t find a job, or your child is rebellious, or you can’t break a long-held bad habit, or your pain or illness is worsening, and life is just plain hard? Times when you wonder if… Read More
I get discouraged sometimes praying the same prayer again and again. I need to remember that absolutely nothing is too hard for God.
I know God is good! I do! He’s proven His goodness in countless ways … everything from forgiving me through Jesus to countless everyday moments of provision and protection. And yet… I’ll be honest with you, there have been times in my life when circumstances were painful and waiting seemed to go on forever. Times… Read More
How to use anniversaries and special occasions to remember that God is good, stop to be thankful for all He’s done and surrender the future in faith. #Remember #Faith #GodisLove #Hope #CountingMyBlessings
You and I can make a difference in the lives and influence of people in authority through humble prayer and surrendered hearts.