“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 NIV “Anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its sorrows, but only empties today ofContinue reading “Catastrophizing”
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Purposeful Loving–Purposeful Living
“looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:2 ESV “True love doesn’t happen by accident. It’s deliberate, it’s intentional, it’s purposeful and in theContinue reading “Purposeful Loving–Purposeful Living”
He’s on Your Side
“The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?The Lord is on my side as my helper; I shall look in triumph on those who hate me. Psalm 118:6-7 ESV Develop enough courage so that you can stand up for yourself and then stand up for somebody else. — Maya Angelou ButContinue reading “He’s on Your Side”
Be a Caring Person
Grief During the Holidays The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all… Psalm 34:18-19 NIV “Our joys will be greater, our love will be deeper, our life will be fuller because we shared your moment.”Continue reading “Be a Caring Person”
Boundaries and Myths
“Do not let any unwholesome word go forth out of your mouth, but only good, for edification of the need, so that it may give grace to those hearing.” Ephesians 4:29 Berean Standard Bible “At your absolute best, you still won’t be good enough for the wrong person.” — Unknown Perfection. It’s not possible forContinue reading “Boundaries and Myths”
God Acts on our Behalf
“Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him.”Isaiah 64:4 NIV “God’s timing, not mine. God’s will, not mine. God’s plan, not mine. God’s glory, not mine.” Mark Robinson Recently, Larry Schweikart, author of AContinue reading “God Acts on our Behalf”
For Those Grieving During the Holidays–Scar Tissue
“But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.” Isaiah 53:5 NIV “Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us.” David Richo No one can help a parentContinue reading “For Those Grieving During the Holidays–Scar Tissue”
This Time of Year Remember…
Ease off the Gas! Quit abusing God’s beloved “If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and theContinue reading “This Time of Year Remember…”
Sacrifice of Thanksgiving
Sacrifice of Thanksgiving “I will offer you a sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the LORD.” Psalm 116:17 NLT “Give thanks in everything, for this is the will of God toward you in Christ Jesus.” I Thessalonians 5:18 Berean Bible “If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life isContinue reading “Sacrifice of Thanksgiving”
Relationships are a Skill
“Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins.” 1 Peter 4:8 (Emphasis mine) “Some people come into our life as a blessings. Some people come into our life as lessons.” Mother Theresa We go to college to learn to be a doctor, lawyer, teacher or counselor.Continue reading “Relationships are a Skill”
Prayers and Musings of a Black Sheep 