A reposted article by Jenny Harrison “There is no better way to thank God for your sight than by giving a helping hand to someone in the dark.” ~~Helen Keller We were not intentionally trying to make a difficult situation worse. The truth is, my family was genuinely trying to be helpful when our eighteen… Continue reading Helping Hands
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I Can’t Want It
by Jenny Harrison “Time for dinner,” I announced one evening as our family was settling in after a long day. My two-year-old son enthusiastically ran to the table, licking his lips until he saw IT on his plate—broccoli! He closed his eyes, wrinkled his nose, shook his head, and said, “I can’t want it.” I… Continue reading I Can’t Want It
Recalculating
by Jenny Harrison Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 (ESV) Those who know me best, know that I am directionally challenged. It has been said, “Jenny would have difficulty finding… Continue reading Recalculating
What’s Your Vantage Point?
By Jenny Harrison On a Sabbath Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues, and a woman was there who had been crippled by a spirit for eighteen years. She was bent over and could not straighten up at all. When Jesus saw her, he called her forward and said to her, “Woman, you are… Continue reading What’s Your Vantage Point?
Lessons from Life
by Jenny Harrison People never do things for your reasons, they do things for their reasons. It’s not personal! When taking an honest look at yourself, you will see characteristics that drive you crazy in others. No matter how good the preacher is on Sunday morning, he cannot compete with the entertainment and charm of… Continue reading Lessons from Life
Perfectly Imperfect
by Jenny Harrison A few months ago, one of my dearest girlfriends was feeling a bit under the weather. Now I am not the most domestic in the kitchen but there are a couple of dishes she is fond of so I thought it might be the perfect pick me up if I took dinner… Continue reading Perfectly Imperfect
The Negotiation Table
A repost 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… Continue reading The Negotiation Table
What’s in Your Tool Box?
By Jenny Harrison If your only tool is a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail. ~~ Abraham Maslow For twenty-nine years I have been married to a carpenter/cabinet maker, and while I don’t know the names of all my husband’s tools, one thing I have noticed is that when equipped with… Continue reading What’s in Your Tool Box?
Fan or Follower?
by Jenny Harrison Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. Matthew 16:24 (NIV) I love my church! More specifically, I love the people in my church because in reality the people are the church. My particular church… Continue reading Fan or Follower?
Excess Baggage
by Jenny Harrison “We are all one big, mixed bag.” ~~ Dale Harrison (Jenny’s husband) I love my husband’s perspective. He is a quiet man with much wisdom. If asked, he would disagree with the description of wisdom. Did I mention he is humble too? In our conversations, we have come to the conclusion that… Continue reading Excess Baggage