If you have faith as small as a mustard seed Matthew 17:20 Faith-reliance, loyalty, complete trust in God or someone else Faith….I really love this word because it is so interchangeable with trust. The Bible describes the faith of a child as being great. Have you ever watched a young infant, toddler, or preschooler? They will have complete trust in a person during their very early, formative years. They believe the adult when they are told something; they don’t start to ask ‘why’ until they are much closer to age four or…
Proverbs 1:33 But whoever listens to me, lives in safety, and be at ease without fear or harm. 2Timothy1:7 For God has not given us the Spirit of fear, but of love, sound judgment, and a sound mind. The Theme Song from Bonanza Every time I hear the theme song from Bonanza, it takes me back. At 10 years of age going to Granny’s in Ft. Thomas, Ky. was my happy place. Being an artist, I love the paintings that come on the screen as the credits roll. It brings back feelings that only came around when…
For God so loved the world He gave his only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 Those words strike an amazing chord deep down within my being. This week, the world lost an amazing human being. A man who humbled himself and served the Lord in towns, villages, and countries around the world. A man who counseled presidents and heads of state. A man who was also so human, that when offered anything at all before doing a t.v. scene, he asked for a hamburger! This individual left his…
Weigh Down Workshop with Gracie. On Sept. 28, 1998 I went with Gracie to Columbus Vineyard to attend a Weigh Down Workshop. I had attended a few services prior to this event, and was very fulfilled with its format. Therefore, I was going with great expectations. There were a series of three classes that year. I didn’t lose a lot of weight. However, I lost a ton of baggage! One evening in November, during the last class, we had a ‘Blessing Night’. During this event, attending members call upon The Holy Spirit to speak blessings upon one…
I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. Philippians 4:11 Meditate- to contemplate, to think deeply about and meditate on his law day and night So… complete contentment. That is what happens when we become Christians, right? Wrong!!!! We still have conflict-sometimes we have more because Satan loves to throw things at us to cause us to be discontent. Plus, we have anger issues, moral issues, and so on and so on!!!! Why you ask? Because we are human!!!! God doesn’t promise us an easy life when we accept Christ, instead…
Romans 8:12 Therefore, there is no condemnation for those who are in Jesus Christ; because through the law of the Spirit of Life, I was set free from the law of sin and death. Catholic Guilt Was a Real Deal I’m 68 years young; however, I truly didn’t get the meaning of Grace until I was 50 years old. Praise God, my mother taught me at a young age that Jesus paid the price in full for all my sins. “Right before Jesus died on the cross, He cried out, ‘It is finished!’ It’s the truth…
Let those also who suffer….entrust their souls to a faithful creator…. 1 Peter 4:19 What does Fort Knox look like? Have you ever wondered about it? Personally, I never gave it much thought. I have, however, been fascinated with older banks that have the fancy woodwork, windows, seats, and vaults. They look so official and ‘safe’. As a child, I remember going with my parents to the bank to make deposits or conduct whatever banking business they had. It was usually a very quiet place, almost like a library; and people were waiting in…
Author: Sandra Sanders I will cry to God Most High, to God who accomplishes all things for me. Psalm 57:2 Sometimes, our bodies go into hibernation, just like the mighty tree in winter. We don’t feel as if we are growing, blossoming, or flourishing. We cry and feel down. Depression can set in and that brings us down even further. How does a person get past this? What does he/she do and where does he/she turn? I reflect on the scripture above; I cry out to God for help and encouragement. But, sometimes when the…
Why Sue Blogs Well, here I go! God has told me to put myself out there! I will reveal my story in sections with small bits and pieces. Whatever God does with this, is totally His job, not mine. I’m just being obedient. Twenty years ago I had a very defining conversation with Col. Grandpa. While standing under our 400 year old Burr Oak tree in our barn lot I told him, ”Someday, this tree is going to tell a story.” He answered, “Honey, for what it’s worth, entitle it The Erstwhile Acorn.” The following is the preface…
A cheerful heart has a continual feast. Proverbs 15:15 Laughter. What makes you laugh? Is it a joke, a comedian, maybe a story? During the holidays, my sister Linda and I had the privilege of sharing in a moment of laughter that still makes me giggle and grin almost two months later! We decided to do some baking this holiday. Now, when we were growing up, my mother baked so many dozens of cookies that it filled cans and jars that were stacked on the pantry shelves and lasted until mid-January! So, I decided this was the year…
Scripture James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously without finding fault, and it will be given to him. My sister and I have come up with 5 things that reflect the lives and philosophies of our Mother and Grandmother. We call them “ The Granny’s 5 L’s:” Love, Live, Learn, Laugh, and Leave a Legacy. LOVE The scripture in the box says it all: ”Love is patient. Love is kind etc.” Another scripture that really hits close to home is from Proverbs: A friend loves at all times.” I could…
Therefore be imitators of God…and walk in love. Ephesians 5:1-2 So, have you ever had someone get under your skin so badly you just wanted to scream?! Well, let me tell you, I have had this quite a bit in the past year. Just because I am saved by the blood of Christ doesn’t make me immune to the torments of Satan; if anything it makes it worse. So let me tell you about the torment he has been prodding me with lately. There is a young woman, I will not name names, who…
Truly alive at 50 Romans3:22-24 This righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no difference, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by His grace, through the redemption that came by Jesus Christ.” As my thoughts meander along the path of my spiritual journey, I look back and I have to laugh. The little girl, who was raised with religion and legalism, no longer exists. Twelve years of nuns in the 50’s-60’s, placed a lot of unnecessary stress…
Everything God does will remain forever; there is nothing to add to it and nothing to take from it. Ecclesiastes 3:14 Friendship. There is so much to be said for this wonderful institution God created. I have had friends over the years, they have come and gone, some have stayed true and close, and some have fallen away. Some, have remained quiet through the years, still there, just not ‘up close and personal’ because life sometimes gets in the way. One such friendship, is my friendship with Susie Q: a.k.a.-Susie Cutler. Susie and I…
Therefore be imitators of God…and walk in love.. Ephesians 5:1-2 Recently, my family had the honor to help my sister and her husband celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. What an honor to be able to help celebrate such a momentous event! They are high school sweethearts who married right out of high school. Like anyone else, they faced problems and hardships in life. One of the greatest was losing their two young sons at early ages to an inherited disease. This loving couple, followers of Christ and believers in the Gospel, experienced one of the greatest…