Dear Readers, This week we will be running a continuum of stories about my baby grandson, Jayden, who was born in November five years ago. I have divided his journey into three parts and added a personal reflection about my own struggle which pertains to his journey. The four articles will be posted consecutively for… Continue reading An Offering from the Heart
Category: Scattered Seeds
Jesus In Me
As water reflects the face, so one’s life reflects the heart. Proverbs 27:19 (NIV) Is the face I see in the mirror the one I want others to see? Do I reflect who You are? Do they recognize Your face? Do they see Jesus in me? Partial lyrics from Do They See Jesus in Me… Continue reading Jesus In Me
Kingdom Woman
“But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13-14 (emphasis added) The dictionary defines forgetting as “to cease or fail to remember; be unable to recall”. Wow.… Continue reading Kingdom Woman
We Shall Overcome
With the trails and tribulations of the world, it is easy to lose focus and take on a mindset of defeat. This is a lie from the enemy! Father in Heaven, this week we will claim Your Word and promises with confidence. Praise God, we shall overcome! Have a blessed week. Love, Jenny, Michelle, Freida,… Continue reading We Shall Overcome
Sticks and Stones: When Words Hurt
By Jenny Harrison All people cross the line from childhood to adulthood with a secondhand opinion of who they are. ~~ Heyward Ewart, AM I BAD? Recovering From Abuse It was a typical outing to the grocery store as I scanned the shelves in search of the weekly advertised specials. The day was uneventful until… Continue reading Sticks and Stones: When Words Hurt
My Children’s Children
by Michelle Welch But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children. Psalm 103:17 (NIV) There is a little girl across from me. Full of fire, sass, and joy, she approaches life at full speed. I love to watch her play. Make believe… Continue reading My Children’s Children
Every Good Thing
Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters. Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:16-17 (NIV) [weaver_youtube id=EfB7lqc-Al8 sd=0 percent=100 center=1 rel=0 https=1 privacy=0]
Doing it Right
By Michelle Welch “When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness.” Proverbs 31:26 (NLT) Yesterday I sat listening to a group of young mothers. Clustered around a window watching little girls in tights who dream of being ballerinas, they chattered about kids, life, husbands, home. Sometimes I chimed in. Sometimes… Continue reading Doing it Right
The Flavor of Fall
“This most generous God who gives seed to the farmer that becomes bread for your meals is more than extravagant with you. He gives you something you can then give away, which grows into full-formed lives, robust in God, wealthy in every way, so that you can be generous in every way, producing with us… Continue reading The Flavor of Fall
Please Pray With Us
“Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” Matthew 18:19-20 Over the years, we have gathered together with you to… Continue reading Please Pray With Us