Tag Archives: perspective

I’VE FALLEN…BUT I CAN GET UP!

When we stumble through life’s circumstances, we ask, why me, Lord…first. We are human. That is the first thing we ask of ourselves because we have been raised to believe that there is a solution to every problem and every … Continue reading

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I CAN SEE!

I SEE THE LIGHT! “Your Word is a lamp for my feet and a light for my path. I’ve promised it once, and I’ll promise again: I will obey your wonderful law.” Psalm 119:105-106, NLT “By your words I can … Continue reading

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MORE THAN ENOUGH

“Oh, how I love your law! I think about it all day long. Your commands make me wiser than my enemies, for your commands are my constant guide.” “Yes, I have more insight than my teachers, for I am always … Continue reading

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PITFALLS AND PROMISES…

Distractions, temptations, traps set by the evil one, gossip of others about us, or the mere suggestion of “you, don’t really believe all the Bible has to say, do you?” are life’s challenges. You know the tone of voice. I’m … Continue reading

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HOW LONG MUST I WAIT?

The Psalmist is having another bad day as we read the next few passages. His prayer today is about the wait. “I faint with longing for your salvation; but I have put my hope in your word. My eyes are straining … Continue reading

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LEAVE IT TO GOD!

It happens. No matter what you do in this world, you will be challenged by someone with a desire to criticize the work you are doing and bring you down, personally, in the process. The Psalmist prayer seems harsh, until … Continue reading

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BECAUSE I SAID SO!

This is a phrase that my mom (and probably her mom) said that I vowed never to say to my children. What can I say? NEVER say never. In frustration, after three children, it came out…boldly and with much feeling. … Continue reading

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HOPE AND JOY!

HOPE! YOU ARE GOD…and I am not! What a great, encouraging passage for this Monday morning. What a great way to begin a busy week! Read expectantly! “You made me; you created me. Now give me the sense to follow … Continue reading

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EUREKA! STRIKE IT RICH!

The “Forty-niners” gave up everything to go to California to dig for the precious gold that would change their lives forever…or so they thought. Many went hungry. Those who found the gold were so excited that they scream it from … Continue reading

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EMBRACE THE GRACE!

“You have done many good things for me, LORD, just as you promised. I believe in your commands; now teach me good judgment and knowledge. I used to wander off until you disciplined me; but now I closely follow your … Continue reading

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