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Dear Mom, You know how busy mornings go – on one such morning, a Dad woke up his little daughter for day care. “Sweetheart”, he said, “we’re running late this morning, we’ll have to eat breakfast on the fly”. She heard, “this morning we have to eat flies for breakfast”. “Daddy” she exclaimed, “but I […]
Dear Mom, Have you ever felt like you cannot carry on? I’m sure you have. I recall one Sunday morning, sitting in a pew at church – totally exhausted. Life seemed overwhelming. Amid my tears I prayed, “Lord, please speak to me today – show me how to carry on”. After a few hymns, the […]
Dear Mom, It’s the start of another week. Allow me to remind you sweet Mom, there is no substitute for your own personal time with God. It is in this quiet place that your strength is renewed. Simply be still for a few moments today; turn your phone over and commune with your Heavenly Father. […]
Dear Mom, A soft answer takes the sting right out of a quarrel. In the heat of a discussion, keep your cool. Watch your words during a frustration moment and … if you cannot think of anything good to say, just say nothing. Sweet Mom, generally what upsets you today will not matter tomorrow anyway […]
Dear Mom, While reading the story of Ruth in the Bible, her godly character is admired. Wise, loyal and optimistic, are just a few words to describe this young lady. Despite the tragic loss of her husband, she still trusted in God. We can glean truth from Ruth’s story; regardless of how your circumstances […]