No, I am not writing a post about the novel by Jane Austin, Pride or Prejudice. Actually I've never read the book. I'm writing to confess my pride and prejudice. What I thought was humility is actually just pride, pure and simple. Who knew I had prejudice in heart? The dictionary describes prejudice as "an opinion formed beforehand, esp an Continue Reading
Not Enough Time to Pray
In our busy lives, we often push prayer to the back burner. We have good intentions to pray, but unfortunately time gets the best of us.We lay in bed at night and remember we completely forgot to pray. Tired from a long day, we whisper a short prayer and fall asleep. Why is this? Why do we struggle to pray throughout our day? I am convinced Continue Reading
Baggage by Skit Guys – Video
Have you ever had to visit the baggage claim department after a flight? Ever felt overwhelmed and weighted down by the bags in your life? If so, watch this video Baggage by The Skit Guys and be encouraged. (If you cannot view video, please watch HERE) FYI It's spring break here in Colorado, so while I am out and about enjoying Continue Reading
Joni Eareckson Tada – Video – Lessons from Cancer
Are you familiar with Joni Eareckson Tada? She became a quadriplegic after a diving accident at age 17. Her story is a powerful testimony of how God can use someone's suffering for good. Years ago I read her life story in her book Joni. I have no perspective on this kind of physical suffering. Here is a video Joni made about her Continue Reading
Guest Post: Joanne Kraft – For What It’s Worth, You’re Worth More
(Please welcome my precious friend, Joanne Kraft, to my blog today. The post she penned last week touched me so much I asked for her permission to share it directly with my readers. She said yes. Joanne is one of my favorite writers and a dear friend. Actually I just gave away a copy of Joanne's book Just Too Busy this week because I believe in her Continue Reading
One Thousand Gifts – 351-375
Starting another week with gratitude. Counting my blessings continues: 351. no longer drowning in a pool of shame 351. no longer listening to the voices of defeat day after day 352. accepting God's love and forgiveness 353. believing more and more truth 354. letting go of the lies 355. seeing life with childlike Continue Reading