I recognize this is a bittersweet holiday for those who have gone through infidelity. That said, I hope you are able to enjoy your day, though, faithful mothers! Do something fun for yourself! Relax. It’s your day!!!
Category: Encouragement
Our pets
Mr. Pickles, the cat, saw me through some of the darkest times as my first marriage ended. He would greet me at the door at the end of my work day. Then join me on the couch as I relaxed. Finally, he would sleep at the end of my bed purring near my feet as … Continue reading “Our pets”
Special Works Prepared Just For Us To Do!
For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. -Ephesians 2:10, NIV You were put on this planet with a plan in mind. God has prepared good works for you to do. These are works prepared for how you were specifically designed. I find this … Continue reading “Special Works Prepared Just For Us To Do!”
Centering reminder: I am a son of God, and that is enough.
Make it your own, but I find a good statement to remind myself of my worth and identity is: I am a son (or daughter) of God, and that is enough. Don’t know what you may be struggling with today. But I hope this saying gives you strength and peace as it does for me.
Cheaters devalue.
Instead of your shame you will receive a double portion, and instead of disgrace you will rejoice in your inheritance. And so you will inherit a double portion in your land, and everlasting joy will be yours. -Isaiah 61:7, NIV Cheaters devalue. They will run you down, figuratively speaking. The whole point is to make it seem like … Continue reading “Cheaters devalue.”
Initially ashamed….
I remember when I first started dating, again… My profile didn’t have info about being divorced. I felt ashamed of this. Soon, though, I realized that I was wasting time not having it posted. So, I changed it. People will sort themselves when we show who we are. We do not have to be ashamed … Continue reading “Initially ashamed….”
God is a good bet!
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. -Hebrews 11:6, NIV God is a good bet. I know it does not always feel that way. However, that is what it means to have faith. God … Continue reading “God is a good bet!”
Opening one’s heart takes courage
It takes courage to open up one’s heart. For a while, I have been selective where I work and interact about to whom I have shared the part of my story where my first marriage ended. People sometimes react oddly to such disclosures. And not everyone needs to know. A common response that I have … Continue reading “Opening one’s heart takes courage”
Friendship with God forged through fire
When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you. -Isaiah 43:2, NLT What makes me so devoted to following Jesus? Like numerous … Continue reading “Friendship with God forged through fire”
Link to Sermon: Bildad or Barnabas?
Yesterday, I was the pulpit supply at a local church I call home, Destiny Church Rochester (MN). The theme of my sermon was how to be an effective encourager. I drew on passages from Job and Acts touching on difficult subjects of grief and forgiveness along the way. A key quote from my sermon: An … Continue reading “Link to Sermon: Bildad or Barnabas?”