Bible. Faith. Life.
Bible. Faith. Life.
faith, Uncategorized, Word Wednesday
The boat rocked violently back and forth and the waves threatened to capsize the small dingy. The storm had taken the disciples by surprise. A few hours earlier the sun had shone in a cloudless sky. Now they found themselves yelling for Jesus to wake up. How could he sleep through this storm? After a few desperate pushes on his …
hearing God, Uncategorized, Video
Silence. That’s all I could hear. But I was desperate. I wanted my ears to burn or my heart–whichever would give me the sign that He was speaking. I needed some proof that God would give me direction. I know on my own, I might get lost–go the wrong way. Make the wrong decision. There are steps we can …
Bible study, cancer, comfort, grief, suffering, Uncategorized
I am an emotional eater. The other day, I was upset so I drove my minivan through the McDonald’s drive-thru for some comfort food. I never get a Quarter Pounder hamburger, much less the whole meal (French fries and soda included.) But yesterday my heart hurt, so eat I did. I’m also an emotional cook. Yesterday’s grief resulted in …
Bite of Bread, Uncategorized
There’s a reason why I make a Bite of Bread reading plan every week. It’s not for the money nor the fame. Obviously. It’s simply because I feel called to do so. I’ve learned how one verse can draw me closer to God. One scripture can speak to the depths of my soul right when I need it the most. …
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Her daughter writhed in torment. The Canaanite mother knew she shouldn’t bother the Jewish rabbi, but she was desperate. Her baby needed help. This rabbi healed everyone who asked. It seemed his nature and definitely in his power. Stories had circulated of the man across the lake who was once tormented by a legion of demons but now lived in …
