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Avoid the pitfall of comparing for no two journeys are the same. Sweet mom, if you have been thinking someone’s life looks easier than yours, do not be deceived. There are always things you know nothing about. Settle into God’s will for your life and be content. Comparing how we look, or our husband to theirs, or our family, or our home… is just not wise.
We do not dare … compare ourselves… when they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they are not wise. (2 Corinthians 10:12, NIV)
Can you imagine becoming a king at 8 years old? This happened in Bible times to a young boy named Josiah (btw, I have a son Josiah – just love the name!) At 8 years of age, Josiah was crowned King. His story is so fascinating. There had been a lot of kings, who, one […]
Dear Mom, My 90-year-old friend told me one day, “I know I have fruit bearing years left. I don’t want to spoil it, I will not complain about anything”. She smiled quietly and said, “I will continue to lay up treasures in heaven, I daily exchange my “woefulness” for “gratefulness!” She was such a delight […]
Our Perfect Father Since today is Father’s Day, it is fitting to say – I have such a good earthly father. He’s so kind, loving and generous, he’s just plain wonderful – I’m so blessed to be the daughter of such a good man and an exceptionally great Dad. I wrote about my Dad as […]
Dear Mom, I just want to remind you of an important truth today, God is with you. You may not understand what is going on, but God does. At this very moment He is watching your every step; nothing escapes His attentive eye. He understands all your varied thoughts and is interested in everything […]
GOD’S WILL God’s will is not complicated. If you sense a green light from the spirit of God within you, meaning, you have prayed about the situation at hand and do not see any red flags; then there is a good possibility you are exactly where God wants you. I heard a good quote: “Just […]