by Jenny Harrison “Self-sabotage is when we say we want something and then go about making sure it doesn’t happen.” ~~Alyce P. Cornyn-Selby “If I can’t do (fill in the blank) just right, why do it at all?” “I am only going to look foolish next to (fill in a name). They have true talent.”… Continue reading Shooting Ourselves in the Foot
Category: Scattered Seeds
You Want to What?
by Michelle Welch “You want to WHAT?” Sweetheart gaped at me with that “here we go again with one of her hair brained ideas” look he gets when I come bounding in with my newest plan. “I want to watch the sea turtles hatch” I told him. “But it is dark. And I am comfortable.… Continue reading You Want to What?
Morning Glory
by Freida Harrison Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul. Psalm 143:8 (NIV84) Oh how I love this verse in Psalms! It has comforted me through many difficult days… Continue reading Morning Glory
Loving the Unlovable
by Jenny Harrison “You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven. For he gives his sunlight to both the evil and the… Continue reading Loving the Unlovable
When Life Gets Broken
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3 (NIV84) Recently, Michelle shared this video with me. Thank you my sister. I thank God often for blessing me with your friendship. Prepare to be inspired by the amazing talent of Sandi Patty. Note to email subscribers: If technical difficulties arise, please double click… Continue reading When Life Gets Broken
4:38 A.M.
by Michelle Welch “And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?” Esther 4:14 (NIV84) It’s four thirty in the morning. Four thirty eight to be exact. Who gets up this early? There is not even news on at this hour! It is dark for crying out… Continue reading 4:38 A.M.
Humility In Action
by Jenny Harrison All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another. God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 1 Peter 5:5-6 (NIV84) Poised, professional, and polished was the best description of our keynote speaker… Continue reading Humility In Action
Let There Be…
by Freida Harrison Where there is sadness, let there be laughter. Where there is grief, let there be comfort. Where there is weariness, let there be rest. Where there is ignorance, let there be knowledge. Where there is conflict, let there be resolution. Where there is intolerance, let there be compassion. Where there is prejudice,… Continue reading Let There Be…
All Things Being Equal
by Michelle Welch “And remember that the Heavenly Father to whom you pray has no favorites.” 1 Peter 1:17 (NLT) Occasionally when people find out how many children sweetheart and I have, they will ask “Who is your favorite?” Ummmmmm, What day is it? Who hasn’t called, texted, tweeted, or facebooked some life-changing issue that… Continue reading All Things Being Equal
Not Today
by Jenny Harrison Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 (NIV84) As I sat in my living room with our one-month-old son in my arms, I felt my heart melting as I adored his sweet face, tiny fingers, and toes.… Continue reading Not Today