Life writes in pencil – Five Minute Friday

Life writes in pencil – Five Minute Friday

Do you think those of us who like to plan are actually trying to control life? Beth Moore says trying to control life is like walking around with a leash…with no dog in it. I am a planner. Actually it is a part of my spiritual gift of administration. Jeff Carver of spiritualgiftstest.com defines this gift, “The Greek word for the spiritual gift of administration is Kubernesis. It carries the idea of someone who guides and directs…

How to Recognize a Pot Stirrer in Your Marriage…

How to Recognize a Pot Stirrer in Your Marriage…

“watch out for those who cause division and create obstacles…avoid them.” Romans 16:17ESV We often think our choice of friends is not as important when we become adults. I have found the opposite to be true. Good, level headed friends are a must whatever stage of life we are in. There will be times in marriage when our friends can either speak calm or turmoil over a situation. When angry, we think we want the kind…

How to Survive Your Dress Being in Your Underwear…

How to Survive Your Dress Being in Your Underwear…

Monday night I had a dream.  I was at church wearing a very short dress and boots — by the way, I looked pretty good in that short dress. It was a dream, and if you’re gonna dream, make it a sweet dream. The horrifying realization came, my dress is tucked in my panties on one side. I frantically rushed to the ladies room and was horrified because well, one, my very short dress (short…

When we can’t hear because we are talking…

 “If ones gives an answer before he hears, it is folly and shame.” Proverbs 18:13, ESV I just knew what he was going to say. What else could he say that I hadn’t heard before? While waiting my turn, instead of listening, I was planning my reply. To make matters worse, I interrupted. And, he stopped talking. So often what we desire the most, we sabotage by our own ego. We want our husbands to…