We Christians so often think it's necessary to sacrifice for God, that somehow it makes us holier. It doesn't. And no where does Scripture say it is. Should GOD call us to give up something, that's an entirely different story but He will make that very clear as He did with Abraham. (Genesis 22:2) Abraham … Continue reading Guarding against self-sacrifice. Why it’s wrong.
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The snow is falling and I am forgiven
Here in Michigan we are experiencing our first real snowfall. A little early even for us. But I love the first snowfall of the season as it so reminds me of Isaiah 1:18, "my sins once scarlet, are washed white as now." At this stage of my Christian walk, my "sins" are far more subtle. … Continue reading The snow is falling and I am forgiven
How gratitude prompts joy.
How are you doing today? We are heading to our daughter's for Halloween. I help pass out candy and my husband goes out with the daughter and son-in-law and takes the little 'uns trick or treating. This year the weather is supposed to be awful, rain, snow, and cold. Oh, well, can't change the weather, … Continue reading How gratitude prompts joy.
Depression responds to the most ordinary things.
Oswald Chambers has some wonderful things to say about depression. You can read it here.
When your “mess” needs to be your message
Sometimes our "mess" needs to be our message....Read more
The gift of depression 