Some days doesn’t it seem as if it would take an army to do all the things we need to do? Doing it all with dignity and grace requires nothing short of superpowers. The true title of this article should be Supermom/wife/business woman/financial caretaker/friend/housekeeper/chef/playmate/chauffeur… Tweak the list to your particular situation, but I’m sure you [...]
And whosoever . . . gives to one of these little ones even a cup of cold water . . . Matthew 10:42 Wouldn’t it be nice to serve God by handing out glasses of cold water? That’s a job I could handle, or at least I used to think so, until God placed me [...]
“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 Who has time to be still? Perhaps upon waking you’re in a dash to get everybody fed, dressed, and out the door for school and work. Back at home, there is laundry to fold, meals to cook, floors to wash. Let’s not forgot your volunteer [...]
Sometimes I wish I spoke less. You see, I am a talker. Many times that is a good thing. Uncomfortable party that needs an ice breaker- I’m on it. Teacher or speaker poses a question- I usually have a response to get things rolling. There is value in being able to speak up, but sometimes it is important [...]
By Elise Klepatz, www.immersedingrace.wordpress.com I’ve been thinking about words lately. Words communicate ideas, information, truth, and lies. Words can build up. Words can tear down. God’s words created the physical world. Jesus’ words brought healing and wholeness. Satan’s words brought lies. My words are important. Your words are important. Proverbs 18:21 states that death and [...]
If you’ve ever planted a garden, you’re familiar with weeds. Gardeners know that weeds are stealing precious nutrients from the seed that’s been planted. Not only are weeds usurping nutrients, they’re also unsightly. Picture a beautiful lawn and flower bed, it’s pleasing to the eye. Now picture a yard that’s been over-run with weeds. It’s [...]
By Emily Effler True story: Ten-year-old Carol sat, too shocked for tears, in the hospital waiting room. Her parents had just identified the body as her brother Bill. The car wreck had altered him almost beyond recognition, but his parents sadly agreed that the dark-haired, 6’3 young man was in fact their son. As Carol’s [...]
Kids are smart. They know and understand the way things work more than we give them credit for. I overheard Abigail (my oldest) trying to talk William (my youngest) into doing something she knew he’d get in trouble for. I quietly sat with my ears perked to hear how the little guy would react. He [...]
For the record (for those of you who’ve been my teller at the bank, cashier at thestore, or anyone else whose interested), I do NOT have multiple personalities. Today I had a wonderful few hours to myself to shop and peruse the grocery store at my leisure. A cashier asked me if I had everything [...]
by Elise Klepatz I no longer buy sweet treats and bring them home, because I have learned that if they aren’t in the house, I can’t eat them. But my husband likes treats. This has led us to develop The Rule: If my husband brings any sweet treats into the house, I can’t know about them or [...]
Righteous! For those of you who have ever been to church at some point in your life, you’ve probably heard about salvation by grace. It’s a basic doctrine that evangelical churches adhere to, which basically states that a person is made alive to God (born again) by His grace, through faith (believing Him). However, in [...]
Digging in the dirt does something to the mind and body. Fresh air, sunlight, and dirt…. ahh yes, spring is in the air. The great outdoors offers more than recreation. There are so many health benefits associated with just being outside. I read the article Why Gardening Makes You Happy and Cures Depression. The post compares [...]
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