[A] thorn was given me in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to harass me … 2 Corinthians 12:7 A thorn at Thanksgiving seems out of place. We equate gratitude with ease, joy, and satisfaction,
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Christmas Presence
“Serenity is not freedom from the storm, but peace amid the storm.” That quote by S A Jefferson-Wright reminds me of God’s Christmas presence during one of our most difficult life storms. “We’ve scheduled your
Read moreGiving Thanks in Times of Desperation
Giving thanks in times of desperation is an experience few Americans understand. As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, I’m considering how to give thanks for the past year. More than a family meal followed by a
Read moreHidden Thankfulness
Just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it isn’t there. I’d like to thank all the people I never thanked. This could be a sweeping generality: family, friends, first responders, the lady cleaning the
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It’s that time of year again, when we take turns around the Thanksgiving table and say what we’re thankful for. From the youngest to the oldest, “I’m thankful for . . .” is the way
Read moreWhat else?
More. I need more. Not sure what, but I’m sure there’s something out there calling my name. Could be clothes, something for my kids, maybe home décor. I just know I need something. But I
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