Category Archives: Encouragement

Small Beginnings, Big Difference

A pilot friend of mine shared that once she was flying near a large airport and was surprised when the tower radioed about a problem. Apparently, one of her instruments needed recalibration. There was a 100-foot error in her altitude. … Continue reading

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Leaning into Relationships

Some people thrive on relationships. Others find relationships difficult to manage or challenging to begin and maintain. Today, let’s look at a couple of healthy relationships in the Bible. In the book of 1 Samuel, we find that while Saul … Continue reading

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Moving Forward in Faith

We were babysitting grandsons. As the four-year-old stood on the toybox, Papa encouraged him to jump into his arms. This kiddo wanted to. He would get his toes right to the edge and then … step down to the floor, … Continue reading

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Moving Forward After Failure

Last year, I opened the door to let in cooler air. Apparently, an unwelcome gnat, perhaps with some friends … drifted in. They found my plants in the living room and master bath. You know what happened next. They laid … Continue reading

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The Comfort of God’s Hand

Remember the butterflies and pounding heart the first time someone you were interested in held your hand? Or the comfort and support you experienced when a loved one reached for your hand? And we can’t help but smile when we … Continue reading

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How Does Light Meet Needs?

As I chatted at church Sunday, I got chilled. Thankfully, I stepped out of the shadows into the sunshine. Ah, hugged by warmth. Monday, I sat to enjoy my indoor Christmas lights. (Yes, they’re still up.) The glow imbued my … Continue reading

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Reflecting on God’s Provision: A Year-End Gratitude Guide

Remembering what God had done was celebrated regularly by Israel in the Old Testament. The nation held three annual feasts or festivals to offer thanks to God for deliverance from Egypt and the bounty of harvests. The Bible has numerous … Continue reading

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Christmas = Christ Came

Christ came from Heaven, humbly becoming part of the human Race In order to Save our souls from Transgressions or sins against God by Making a way for our relationship with God to be restored by dying in our place … Continue reading

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Nativity Insights

Below are some interesting insights regarding the circumstances and cultural setting of Jesus’ birth. [From Kristi McLelland’s Luke in the Land Bible study.] Where to find the First Christmas story: Be encouraged, friends. “For unto us a child is born, … Continue reading

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Wearing God’s Armor … Even at Night

I admit, sometimes I wake up at night with my brain stressing over problems or upcoming tasks and events. It helps to pray or recite memory verses or worship songs. These give my brain something different to focus on. But … Continue reading

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