In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. -I Thessalonians 5:18, KJV Life is frustrating at times. Injustice is rife in this world. Yet I am choosing to focus on the gifts in my life. It is a command–after all–that we choose thanksgiving. I find this … Continue reading “Focus on gratitude”
Category: Encouragement
Hold onto the truth!
32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. -John 8:32, KJV When you have a firm grasp on the truth, the lies have no opening to penetrate and shake you. I know this is easier said than done. When you have had the trauma of learning of infidelity, you are … Continue reading “Hold onto the truth!”
Damaged but NOT Damaged Goods!
We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. -2 Corinthians 4:8-9, NIV An amazing thing about Christianity is how God takes us as damaged creatures and transforms us into beautiful vessels for His glory. It isn’t disqualifying to have had a rough experience in … Continue reading “Damaged but NOT Damaged Goods!”
I testify to God’s faithfulness.
And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness….” -Exodus 34:6, NIV When I was going through my divorce from my cheater, the future looked extremely bleak on the employment front for me. I was SOOO close to giving up on … Continue reading “I testify to God’s faithfulness.”
A good distraction
When I was heading for my divorce and then recovering from it, I had some wonderful friends who helped distract me from the pain. It was a gift. I hope you have a true friend or two who does that for you as well. Sometimes, we need a break from the grief work. That is … Continue reading “A good distraction”
Give Thanks!
Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ… -Ephesians 5:20, KJV God instructs us to give thanks in all times and all circumstances. I think this spiritual discipline–as it takes effort–is critical to spiritual well-being. As we open our eyes to His gifts to … Continue reading “Give Thanks!”
Fruitful words of encouragement
Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. -Proverbs 18:21, KJV Do you have someone who is speaking life into your life right now? Are you speaking life into your own life? I remember vividly a time when I was entering a Walmart. … Continue reading “Fruitful words of encouragement”
Complex feelings
Yesterday, I received some disappointing news regarding a management job I interviewed to get. I did not get the job. I would be lying to say I did not feel sad, angry, and disappointed about this. Yet I also feel relief and hope that, perhaps, God is directing even this disappointment for my good (see … Continue reading “Complex feelings”
Friends post adultery revelation
A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need. -Proverbs 17:7, NLT A blessing in disguise with cheating revelation is how that awful news exposes ones true friends verses erstwhile “friends.” I am SOOOO grateful for the many friends who passed that fire-test. These are people who stood … Continue reading “Friends post adultery revelation”
Grateful God Condemns Adultery
God will surely judge people who are immoral and those who commit adultery. -Hebrews 13:4b, NLT God is love…. -I John 4:16b, KJV If God does not condemn anything, can God real be loving? I do not think so. That is why I am grateful God does condemn adultery as evil (see Deut. 22:22). Such condemnation is … Continue reading “Grateful God Condemns Adultery”