by Michelle Welch “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them.” (emphasis mine) Romans 8:28 (NLT) In our women’s bible study group we are doing Beth Moore’s Daniel. In a recent section of homework, Beth pointed out that, “Trusting someone else’s… Continue reading I Surrender All
Category: Scattered Seeds
The Importance of Small
by Rachel Latham The expectations are so high sometimes. For writers, it’s all about creating a platform and there is pressure to be in all of the places- Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, etc. Pressure to build a following, to create content that is strong enough to compete in a world pressed for time and attention. For… Continue reading The Importance of Small
She Looked Right Through Me
by Michelle Welch “Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.” 1 Peter 3:3-5 NIV Traveling can be… Continue reading She Looked Right Through Me
The Master Gardener
A Reposted Article by Freida Harrison “Cultivate the garden within.” ~~Unknown Spring is a time of awakening. With eager eyes, we see the sleeping earth return to life. The grass turns glorious green, leaves fill the branches of trees, butterflies begin to flutter in the breeze, birds sing as they build their nests, and wild… Continue reading The Master Gardener
My Best Laid Plans
by Michelle Welch “When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. He keeps all his bones; not one of them is broken.” Psalm 34:17-20 Yesterday,… Continue reading My Best Laid Plans
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
Why I Sometimes Miss Hand-washing the Dishes
by Rachel Latham How long has it been since you hand-washed the dishes? Not the occasional dish, but I mean having the routine of daily filling the sink and hand-washing all of the dishes. Not lately? Me either. Imagine this: in my grandmother’s day she would hand wash and dry the dishes several times a… Continue reading Why I Sometimes Miss Hand-washing the Dishes
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?
George’s Prayer
A Repost By Dennis Ensor 17 Mark this: Unless you accept God’s kingdom in the simplicity of a child, you’ll never get in.” Luke 18:17 (MSG) It’s been four decades since I heard George’s moving prayer. It came about in the early seventies when I was a counselor for the high school boys at Camp… Continue reading George’s Prayer
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