Hope Renewed
Most of us need hope from time to time. Jesus gives the hope that is genuine. The Bible says, “But to you who fear my name, the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in his wings” (Malachi 4:2). This … Continued
Through Suffering, God Can Work for Good
In “Getting Honest With God,” the late Mark Littleton talked about Hannah and her prayer of relinquishment (1 Samuel1). Hannah prayed many years for a son. Finally she told God that if He gave her a son, she would dedicate … Continued
What Can I Do?
Shortly after my husband, Martin, died of cancer, in 2003, I questioned God: “What can I -should I- do now? I chcked into a lonely motel room, half of 1700 miles of my drive from home to my parents’ home … Continued
It’s a Conundrum
One of the dictionary definitions of conundrum is “an intricate and difficult problem.” (Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate dictionary). My conundrum now is “how to fit eleven rooms full of stuff from forty-six years into two rooms plus bath and one closet.” … Continued
My Heart’s Valentine
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This is a hands-on blog. I need comments to help me write a Valentine to Jesus. The melody is at Youtube/JudithVanderWege and the lyrics follow here. Please, would you give any suggestions for improvement in the comments section? My Heart’s … Continued
Another “Blue Christmas” Service
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“But when the time had fully come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons,” Galatians 4:4-5. . … Continued
How Can We Cope With Emotional Storms?
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I am horrified when I hear about the devastating storms that have occurred in America lately! I don’t know how so many people cope with their tragedies and losses. I’m sure they are thankful for whatever help they can get … Continued
The Joy of Spring
“For you shall go out in joy, and be led forth in peace; the mountains and the hills before you shall break forth into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.” Isaiah 55:12 … Continued
Glimpses of my Thoughts Today
My Sister, Ravaged by Cancer, Now gone to a Better Place. “That you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. 14 For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God … Continued
Why is Good Friday Good?
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We are approaching Good Friday. On that day, Christians focus on the death of Jesus. He was not a victim. He willingly suffered and died in order to pay the price of our sin so we could be made right … Continued