One thing I knew, I needed God to heal me. When we last visited, I shared a dark time in my life and how physical illness can usher in depression. I also promised to share how God performed a miracle in my mind and body. I am a church girl. It didn’t matter if I went with my mom, grandmother or rode the church bus, I was there. It amazes me to think that I…
As I scribble quickly on the little pad of paper on my bedside table, I struggle to see in the dark. Please don’t let me forget this thought. Where is the pen? What was that thought again? Writing is exciting, frustrating and humbling. I never want to stop fiddling, re-writing and correcting. On the flip side of those feelings are the ones where I know because I know God has given me a word and my…
“Even though I walk through the dark valley of death, because You are with me, I fear no harm.” Psalm 23:4 (GW) What if we really believed death was a beginning? I mean, it seems so final, so mysterious. Over and over God assures us this life is just a shadow of what is to come. I have heard it said, “I want to go to heaven, I just don’t want to go today.”…
“Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy” (James 1:2 NLT) Joy really is unspeakable. Have you tried to describe it? Happy is laughing, cute shoes, ice cream and jeans that fit. Happy is easy. Happy just brings a smile to our face. Tears can accompany joy. I’ve learned to appreciate joy. Why? Because sometimes happy just isn’t possible. Trouble has a way of finding us….
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