Author: Jenny

by Jenny Harrison “The closest to being in control we will ever be is in that moment that we realize we’re not.” ~~Brian Kessler Ok. I am going to confess right off the bat! I am one of those people who like things orderly and “in control”. You can always count on me to have… Continue reading Losing Control

by Jenny Harrison Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24 (NIV84) As I read this prayer of David to his Lord, I became curious about the nature of his… Continue reading A Matter of Heart

by Jenny Harrison So I will bless you as long as I live; in your name I will lift up my hands. Psalms 63:4 (ESV) Our Heavenly Father, we love you and we praise your Holy name. When we lift our hands to you, we turn our gaze upward and can’t help but be totally… Continue reading Lift Your Hands

by Jenny Harrison Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. John 14:27 (ESV) And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in… Continue reading Two Speeds

by Jenny Harrison He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.   John 15:2 (NIV84) Pruning: to rid or clear of anything superfluous (unnecessary) or undesirable. Recently, I decided to lose some weight. Truthfully, the… Continue reading Spiritual Gardening

by Jenny Harrison “Conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional.” ~~Max Lucado “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Matthew 5:9 (ESV) “Mom, she won’t let me have a turn with the new game.” “Teacher, he called me a name and stuck his tongue out at me.” When you are… Continue reading The Negotiation Table

by Jenny Harrison A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit. Proverbs 15:13 (NIV84) A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. Proverbs 15:30 (NIV84) Precious personality, amazing attitude, and wisdom beyond her years- that is how I would describe the teenaged girl… Continue reading Smile: A Tribute to Our Youth

by Jenny Harrison A healthy attitude is contagious but don’t wait to catch it from others. Be a carrier. ~~Tom Stoppard If you were to ask me about my graduate and post graduate school experience, I would have to admit that the endless lectures, term papers, and examinations are somewhat of a blur. However, there… Continue reading Sixteen Minutes