Tag Archives: trusting God

Breaking Up With Fear

Posted on August 3, 2018 by

When I think of freedom, I often come back to the subject of freedom from fear. Not long ago, I heard a song called “The Breakup Song,” where the singer belts out a tune about dealing with fear in her … Continue reading →

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He Will

Posted on March 31, 2018 by

Last week I wrote about God keeping His promises. I continue to contemplate this subject. Not long ago while I drove back from Vero Beach where I visited my parents, a song came on the radio through which God reminded me … Continue reading →

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Hold To What God Promises

Posted on March 24, 2018 by

As I continue to face a difficult trial, my temptation to keep my eyes on problems instead of promises remains great. I tell others to remember God’s promises in their trails, but it seems so hard in mine. But then … Continue reading →

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What Is The One Thing?

Posted on March 3, 2018 by

“What’s the one thing that keeps you from following the Lord?” the pastor asked on a Sunday morning during the sermon not long ago. At first I thought, this question doesn’t apply to me. Everything in me wants to follow … Continue reading →

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I Won’t Give Up On My Miracle

Posted on February 3, 2018 by

I love when God speaks to me through songs. Recently I battled hopelessness in regard to the waywardness of a loved one. This seemed true: the more I say and the more I pray, the worse things get. The situation seemed … Continue reading →

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Don’t Pass Along Bad News

Posted on January 26, 2018 by

“Don’t pass along the negative things she does.” This thought came to mind after a loved one told me about another loved one’s bad decisions. So I didn’t pass along what this person reported to me. The next day the … Continue reading →

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The Untangling–Again

Posted on October 28, 2017 by

Over 20 years ago I had a piece published in a Sunday School take-home paper titled, “The Untangling.” I thought of that true story recently when I faced a new tangled mess, which I felt determined to untangle. Here is … Continue reading →

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