Ouch, That Hurt

Annoyance. Anger. Resentment. Indignation. Irritation. Exasperation. Wrath. Displeasure. Hurt feelings. When you read the words above, did certain people or situations pop into your mind? Did you experience these feelings today?  Are you struggling right now over something that happened that you can't quite seem to get past? Let it go. What is "it?" No, I'm not … Continue reading Ouch, That Hurt

What’s All This Talk About Grace?

Grace:  the free and unmerited favor of GodI strongly believe in the message of the grace of God.  It's not always been this way.  I used to strongly believe in the message of good works.  So which is right?We know the Bible says, "Faith without works is dead."  That is true, also...obviously since it's in … Continue reading What’s All This Talk About Grace?

Leave the Past in the Past

We all have a past.It's good to remember where we've come from, where God has brought us from, what He has delivered us from.  I'm all for that.  He reminds me from time to time to remember, don't forget from where I've come.That's all well and good.  This is what I take issue with and … Continue reading Leave the Past in the Past

How To Fight Back

Where are your sensitive, most exposed, vulnerable areas in your life?  Do you have trust issues from betrayals in past relationships? Have you struggled with addictions to alcohol, drugs, sexual vices, etc in your past or even presently?  Are you insecure about your appearance?  Do you live in fear that something bad is going to … Continue reading How To Fight Back

Change is Coming…You Can Count On It!

Last Tuesday was a bittersweet day for me and my girls. It was their last piano lesson with our piano teacher, who after 50 years of teaching, is retiring. I say "our" piano teacher because she was MINE also.  She has a mother and sister who she must look after, as well as several grandchildren … Continue reading Change is Coming…You Can Count On It!