“As soon as you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the poplar trees, move quickly, because that will mean the Lord has gone out in front of you to strike the Philistine army.” -2 Samuel 5:24, NIV When God has plans for you, He goes before you as He did for King David in this … Continue reading “God will not be thwarted!”
Category: Encouragement
It’s my birthday!
Today is another birthday for me. Life gets better. This is what I have seen in my lifetime. After going through some terrible things, I have experienced how God uses those experiences to create beauty later in life. Years ago, I remember talking with a guy at a gym I frequented in Connecticut. He shared … Continue reading “It’s my birthday!”
Achieved the “800 Bench Press Club” Yesterday!
When going through infidelity discovery, the pain is really strong. I am so glad I did not allow that pain to stop me from living into the future. Yesterday, I achieved a feat that would have blown my 20 or even 30 year old self. In training, I bench pressed 805 lbs (365 kgs) in … Continue reading “Achieved the “800 Bench Press Club” Yesterday!”
Fun Hobby Saturday!
Today, I have a rare Saturday off from work. It is the weekend leading up to my birthday. So, I am going up to the Twin Cities to do a heavy session in bench press. It is a mini-birthday treat to me. I am excited to see where my limits are at in bench before … Continue reading “Fun Hobby Saturday!”
Song to strengthen
When recovering from the destruction of infidelity discovery and divorce, getting a solid job to meet financial needs is important. Today, I am simply posting a song to encourage those going into fray of the job hunt today. (Truth be told, I am also posting for myself, too. In a little while, I will be … Continue reading “Song to strengthen”
A good pastor eases fears
“I will place shepherds over them who will tend them, and they will no longer be afraid or terrified, nor will any be missing,” declares the Lord. -Jeremiah 23:4, NIV When going through adultery discovery and divorce, it is hard to know which pastor to trust. Does this one care more for “saving” my marriage or … Continue reading “A good pastor eases fears”
Please, do not give up on God!
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. -James 1:12, NIV The temptation to give up on God is great when going through the spiritual abuse that often comes with a divorce from a … Continue reading “Please, do not give up on God!”
PSA: Not you, faithful spouse!
When a cheater cheats, it is important to understand that such behavior has nothing to do with you, faithful spouse. It is about the cheater’s character. These sinful actions are the overflow of wickedness in the cheater’s heart (see Mark 7:21-23). Do not let a pastor or a cheater or a counselor convince you otherwise! … Continue reading “PSA: Not you, faithful spouse!”
Godly hope
And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love. -Romans 5:5, NLT Hope is precious. We need hope to live. It is just as important to our living as food and water. The … Continue reading “Godly hope”
God reveals Himself as faithful to the faithful!
Lord, it is clear to me now that how we live will dictate how you deal with us. Good people will taste your goodness, Lord. And to those who are loyal to you, you love to prove that you are loyal and true. -Psalm 18:25, TPT God rewards faithfulness. This is a spiritual truth. I … Continue reading “God reveals Himself as faithful to the faithful!”