Genesis 25:29-33 Now Jacob cooked a stew; and Esau came in from the field, and he was weary. And Esau said to Jacob, “Please feed me with that same red stew, for I am weary.” Therefore his name was called Edom. But Jacob said, “Sell me your birthright as of this day.” And Esau said, “Look, I am about to die; so what is this birthright to … More What are you sacrificing in your desperation?
Matthew 6:26 Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? A few years ago I worked for a healthcare organization in a union position that was beginning to do layoffs. I was … More You Can Let It Go! God’s Got It!
As a parent we show our love to our children not only by giving them what they want but also by giving them what they need. What they need may not always feel good to them but is necessary for growth. My husband and I have been trying to work with our youngest child on … More Tough Love
I often wondered why people who are talented in a specific area won’t share their talent with others. I would encourage them to share their talents and gifts by saying, “Someone needs to hear that…” The person would humbly smile but would still maintain the secret of their talent. If they would share it, it … More Fear of Failure or Fear of Success?
Before production of a movie or television show begins the actors sit at a table together with the writers to read through the script. Sometimes the actors or writers may offer a rewrite during this time with little to no action in the room (unless there is a comedian or prankster in the room). While they are … More Aaaaaaand Action! Be a doer and not just a hearer.
A few months ago I read a devotional about a woman who’s child was excited about an upcoming celebration. This child did as most children and asked her mom everyday about the event. Well as the date arrived the woman had gotten so used to responding as if the event was far off, that when … More Tomorrow is Today (My spin)
Why is it that with everything that is meant to help you there is someone that tries to make you feel bad for your decisions? I know that I compare addiction to church a lot but this one couldn’t be more of an overt comparison if I have ever seen one. First forgive me that … More Stop Charging the Present with Past Choices
Oh my! It’s another Wednesday night and God has answered my prayers again. I was specific about receiving instruction in Bible Class and God did it again. I wish that you could feel my excitement because I could almost burst. All I have to say right now is coming soon. Remember you read it here first. … More Excited!!! Answered Prayer!
I recently had my feelings hurt at work about my health condition that I am trying hard to get under control. Of course the person that hurt my feelings doesn’t know nor would they care that the joke that they made at my expense was health related but…That’s actually not why I am writing today. … More Never Change
Be consistent
Just Another Day's Journey 