It’s been a blessed year here at Counting My Blessings! I feel so very blessed to be able to do something I love each day. And I’m blessed by all of you who faithfully visit this space and take the time to encourage me with your comments, shares, and prayers. I thought it might be…
There’s a simple question you and I can ask ourselves that will not only change our lives but one that can change the lives of people everywhere. #WWGGG
The dictionary defines “hope” as… To cherish a desire with anticipation: to want something to happen or be true – as in hope for a promotion or hope for things to go well. To trust. To desire with an expectation of obtaining, accomplishing, or fulfilling. To expect with confidence. So, of course, that made me wonder……
You Need to Answer the Most Important Question about Faith -Someone attacked my faith on social media and it inspired me to publicly ask and answer the most important question about faith. I invite you to answer it too… #religion #faith #atheism #thoughtprovokingquestion #questionaboutfaith
I’ve read a handful of books in my life that I would say have been “life-changing” in the ways they have challenged me and grown my faith. Books I simply call – the Best Faith Books! These are books I reread often. Most have them have been around for a while. I’m guessing that even…
On Tuesday of Holy Week, Jesus spent one last day teaching in the Temple Courtyard and the leading priests and elders came to Him with a challenge… “By what authority are you doing all these things? Who gave you the right?” Matthew 21:23 After answering their question with a question … He began teaching some…
Why in the world do we talk about Lent anyway? Many churches have stopped making much of this season of preparation but I’ve always found it a blessing to slow down a little and prayerfully think about all Jesus has graciously done for me through His life, death, and resurrection. I see comments out there…
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…
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
How quickly and easily my thoughts and emotions can betray me and send me into a downward spiral of negativity and dissatisfaction. I really do want to be emotionally strong … better able to stand against the things that trigger anxious what-if thoughts. Oh, how I want to consistently control my feelings so that I am…
Since the moment they were born, who am I kidding, since before they were born, I’ve worried about my children. And even though, I know I’m not supposed to worry – I’ve often been known to stress over the slightest little thing when it comes to my children and their well-being. But Jesus said, “Let…
Have you ever read the book or seen the movie, In His Steps, by Charles Sheldon? It’s the book that inspired the saying, “What Would Jesus Do?” Sometimes I wonder if we’ve trivialized the saying. But it’s not just a saying, it’s downright Biblical… For God called you to do good, even if it means…
So many voices claim and proclaim they are telling the truth. Teachers, preachers, politicians, family and friends all share their personal views as the truth. The classroom, social media, entertainment, books, papers, articles, TED talks, AAAGH! How’s a person supposed to know what’s true? Absolutely true? Will you join me as I pray… God, Help Me…
Would you describe yourself as strong and courageous? God commanded Joshua: “Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord, your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 It wasn’t a suggestion, it was a command. So, will you join me as I pray… God – I Need to be Strong and Courageous Father, Please…
What’s your one thing? Well, let me back up for a minute. The other morning I woke up with this thought on my heart and mind… End the Year with 40 Days of Mountain Moving Prayers I’ve finally realized that the Lord often wakes me with a prompting because it’s one of the few times…
Recently, I read a Gallup Poll Article – Record Few Americans Believe Bible Is Literal Word of God “Fewer than one in four Americans (24%) now believe the Bible is “the actual word of God, and is to be taken literally, word for word,” similar to the 26% who view it as “a book of…
I’ve wrestled with this post for a while. It’s so much easier to write those feel-good grace-filled posts that remind us of God’s abundant goodness and mercy. And we’ll get to that, too … because that’s where we must land after we’ve come face to face with who we are without Him. But after…
If you’d known me growing up you would have seen a girl who could comfortably play the piano and organ in front of large groups of people, who could stand in front of groups and give presentations with little or no fear, and who thrived on memorizing lines and performing in plays and musicals. If…
Do you ever wonder if you are following God’s will for your life? Do you worry that you might be headed in the wrong direction? Do you wish God would write His plans on your to-do list? Yep, me too! Since his ordination, Rev has received calls to serve at various ministries and I’ve had…
If you didn’t actually speak words telling someone you’re a Christian, would they be able to tell just by watching that you’re a follower of Jesus and being changed by God? I’m not asking if you tell them which church you attend or if you invite them to join you next Sunday, I’m inviting you…
Welcome to week six of the Summer Sizzle Blog Hop Series. I have so loved sharing these amazing posts from faith-filled friends who encourage and bless me daily. This week I’m thrilled to introduce you to my friend, Lori Shumaker. I hardly know where to begin to tell you about Lori. I just love her…
