“No problem, it’s just rain and slush,” my friend said with a smirk. “If you can’t handle this, how are you going to handle the tribulation?” “I’m not planning to be here for the tribulation,”
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“No problem, it’s just rain and slush,” my friend said with a smirk. “If you can’t handle this, how are you going to handle the tribulation?” “I’m not planning to be here for the tribulation,”
Read moreHow many times have I missed the opportunity to be His hands and feet, His” little Christ?
Read moreI’m not afraid of being in crowds and I don’t have panic attacks at the thought of going to a party. But I do spend a ridiculous amount of time worrying about what people think about me. Did they like the last blog post? (Maybe). Did I talk too much at that party? (Probably). Are my clothes so boring that I’m a good candidate for What Not to Wear? (Likely). Am I the butt of many a joke when I’m not around? (Hard to say).
Of course, the most important question is, Why do I care?
Read moreBy: Jennifer L Griffith “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua
Read moreI’m thrilled to imagine that while I am unaware God is observant. I can more readily grasp this reality remembering the scenario played out on a southern beach. Clifton was six. He walked the wide
Read moreMark 9:24b ~ I believe; Help my unbelief! (ESV) We recently spent quite a bit of time on the road and my husband, being a wise and loving mate, knew that the best place for me
Read moreHe is not afraid of bad news; his heart is firm, trusting in the Lord. Psalm 112:7 (ESV) Do you ever come across a verse in the Bible that makes you do a double-take? You
Read moreMy prayer journals are filled with it. My mind is too crowded with it. My heart is weighed down by it. My future is inhibited by it. My hope is dimmed by it. My life
Read moreBut Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” “Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come,” he said. Then Peter got down out of the
Read moreAs a Southern-Baptist-raised only child, wife, mother of three, and pharmacist, I was living my American dream. Until suddenly I wasn’t.
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