Finding Joy

When will I be happy again? As people walk through a loss, often there is a loss of happiness. The things that have brought joy in the past you may not have a desire to do; this is normal. You will find joy again. Ask the Lord to heal your...
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Traumatic loss

Loss of a loved one traumatically may cause your grief to become complex or lengthy. You may feel as if no one understands; anger, fear and unforgiveness may arise. Ask the Lord to help you sort through the host of emotions and thoughts. You can find hope and direction in...
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Valentines Day

I sent a gift to my daughter this valentines day, words of encouragement, the Lord’s words. In turn, I received a gift, and It came from her heart. The whisper of my child, “I love you, mommy.” It is in the smallest of gifts that we see treasures; a whisper...
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Fortitude

We all need fortitude, the strength to persist during difficult circumstances and losses. The Battle of Iwo Jima was a major battle in which the United States Marine Corps and the Navy landed on and eventually captured the island of Iwo Jima. It was a bloody battle, and many losses sustained. However,...
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Self-Pity

After a loss, the enemy may try to take you down a path of self-pity. People who feel sorry for themselves are miserable, and there’s no need to be unhappy. “A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit.” (Proverbs 15:13). Jesus came to heal the brokenhearted...
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Courage

When we are facing difficult decisions and circumstances, mustering courage may be difficult.  Standing firm in our faith gives us the courage we need to get through any situation. “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” 1 Cor 16:13 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be...
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Reflections

We are created in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:26) and we are to reflect Him in all we do and say. “For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass:...
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Reacting

Reacting to a situation without praying and consulting God can lead to dire consequences. Fear and worry cause many to react without thinking. When you face a difficult situation, stop and pray. We have a faithful God that is always looking after us. “Ask and it will be given to you;...
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Worship

There is a trend today in self-worship. The focus has wavered from God, and the focus is on the “I” generation. I need, I want, I am, I think, I am the one. A generation that is void of God will worship themselves.  “Jesus said to him, “Away from me, Satan!...
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My Help

Loss of health, job, hope, faith and other losses that creep into our lives cause us to seek help. Not all help is helpful. Seek the Lord, Jesus is our help, “My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth; wisdom and power are his.” Psalm 121:1/Daniel 2:20b He is...
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