On May 16th, our 45th wedding anniversary came and went. We were still without a home of our own. This year, 2009, was proving to be such a mix of blessings and stretching, trials and triumphs. The Matt Redman song, “Blessed Be the Name of the Lord,” became a tune on repeat that warred against … Continue reading Trials to Triumph and Everything In-Between
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God’s Word Is Strong Medicine
It was wonderful to have a new baby in the house. We did our best to let Sarah care for her little one and stand by to encourage and support. The meds the doctor gave me for depression and anxiety were finally taking over. While the stress lifted, life continued to press. Thanksgiving was just … Continue reading God’s Word Is Strong Medicine
New Life, Struggles, and New Joy
At the beginning of 1997, I purchased an “Anne Geddes 1997 Datebook.” I filled each day’s blank with five things I was thankful for. Little did I know when I bought it, how much I would need to focus on thanks. The year was a series of eruptions. There were days I strained to write … Continue reading New Life, Struggles, and New Joy
14-Encircled with TRUTH
“Treasures from the Secret Place” Chapter 14 Psalm 91:4c “His truth shall be thy shield and buckler.” This eight word phrase is full of treasures. So much is said about spiritual warfare these days and you are about to discover one of the strongest weapons we have against the enemy. Just the fact that you … Continue reading 14-Encircled with TRUTH