Do We Trust the One Who Created Us? In our grief and tragedies, who do we trust? Our creator made us from dirt; do we trust He can heal us? He is the creator of all things; do we not believe He can feed and clothe us? He has...
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When someone we love dies of a horrific or premature death, death that causes horror or trauma, our minds tend to accuse God of injustice. However, scripture says otherwise, “For I proclaim the name of the Lord: Ascribe greatness to our God. He is the Rock; His work is perfect;...
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God is There as We Walk Through When we are in the middle of some most difficult circumstances in our life, God may not always deliver us, but He is always there with us. If you have had a tragedy in your life and you are not sure where...
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When I lost my house to a fire, for months my thoughts were on what I lost. I did not concentrate on what was gained. Yes, I lost all my possessions, family heirlooms, my dogs, and my house. What I was not concentrating on were my blessings. When I...
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Am I Fearful? So many times fear is at the front door when we are faced with the unknown. In the Bible we see almost every time an angel appears to someone in the flesh, it says, “Fear not.” When we are faced with the reality that we...
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My parents met on the 4th of July. My mom used to joke and say that my Dad lost his independence on that day. My dad passed away four years ago, and my mom is now independent of my father. However, her independence is temporary. Holidays can be difficult,...
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Have you ever gone to the doctor and they have to send you for more tests? The doctor is unable to diagnose the problem, if he can’t diagnose the problem, he is more than likely not able to cure it either. The Bible indicates that the root problem of...
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Patient in Trials; Me? Through self observation I have discovered that my patience can be short and I may snap at the ones that I love the most during a time of grief. I have had to ask for forgiveness and repent from my attitude. “Be kindly affectionate...
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Experiencing a loss provides you a new outlook on life, a blessing. You realize that every day is a gift, and little things mean a lot. You may become more compassionate, empathetic, sensitive, or appreciative towards another’s loss. You are looking through “the eyes of your understanding being enlightened;...
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