Some years ago, I read a stirring booklet entitled, Loving God with All My Mind by Julie Ackerman Link. As a popular author for Our Daily Bread she published several books and articles which encourage setting our mind on things above and not of this earth. It brought a transforming message to my heart. The … Continue reading Loving God with All My Mind (Day 18)
No Dairy, No Sugar Fast
What type of tree are you? (Day 17)
No dairy, no sugar fast Five years ago, when we moved into our present home, we planted a River Birch in our front lawn. At the beginning it was not much bigger than a twig and I feared that my lack of knowledge would end its life. A couple of times I fought bug infestation. … Continue reading What type of tree are you? (Day 17)
A Thrilling Daily Adventure (Day 16)
I believe each of us has a tremendous potential for God . . . attainable by . . . believers, no matter who we are or our life circumstances. I’m speaking of something wonderful and joyous and indescribable. It’s something God designed to bless us beyond all imagining. . . it is easily within our … Continue reading A Thrilling Daily Adventure (Day 16)
Frantic Flapper or Soaring Eagle
Serving alongside my husband in ministry as a pastor’s wife (many moons ago), presented opportunities where I needed God’s wisdom. In those occasions I became either a frantic flapper or a soaring eagle. More times than not, the frantic flapper emerged. The Bible declares, You will show me the way of life, granting me the … Continue reading Frantic Flapper or Soaring Eagle
FODMAP Diet Plan (Day 14)
Yesterday, a friend offered me a yummy looking chocolate chip cookie. Declining the treat, I preceded to share that unfortunately, I was observing a “no dairy, no sugar” fast for the month of March and leading up to Easter (April 17, 2022). So naturally, she asked the reason behind it all. I shared my love … Continue reading FODMAP Diet Plan (Day 14)
Sunday’s Investment! (Day 13)
Day 13 of my “No dairy, no sugar” fast was a frigid cold day in March! With temperatures plummeting, greeting time was a bit chilly as worshippers rushed through the door to escape the frigid wind. Yet, we found it amply warm through worship as well as a spirit of unity through the celebration of … Continue reading Sunday’s Investment! (Day 13)
Let us submit, no longer resisting! (Day 12)
Frequently, when hard times come, we instinctively raise a hand in protest. We can resist and fight. But what kind of attitude lingers? The lingering attitude of self-will usually drives us to despair! Have you considered the man God chose to bear the gospel message to the Gentiles? Once confronted by Jesus, Paul submitted, while … Continue reading Let us submit, no longer resisting! (Day 12)
“Feelers” or Facts? (Day 11)
It was interesting to learn alongside my 6-year-old grandson that a box jellyfish has 24 eyes and 15 tentacles and is the most venomous marine animal. As we watched the teacher draw tentacles on her box jellyfish, she commented they could grow to be 10 feet long or more. Sometimes it seems more hands would … Continue reading “Feelers” or Facts? (Day 11)
Trials Cultivate Trust (Day 10)
Years ago, when my husband was pastoring, a couple called and asked if they could come by to share how they were overcome with a severe crisis forcing a simultaneous strain on their marriage. It broke our hearts for several reasons, with the main one being we were soon to move to another ministry and … Continue reading Trials Cultivate Trust (Day 10)
We Do Not Lose Heart (Day 9)
Daily I continue in the Word of God and praying on my knees for hurting hearts while in my “no dairy, no sugar” fast! The Apostle Paul was a man who served the Lord with great boldness. In his letter to the Corinthian believers, he describes the difficulty of his service through afflictions, perplexing circumstances, … Continue reading We Do Not Lose Heart (Day 9)