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Sometimes I run across a story that really touches my heart. This is one of those stories. When my Grandmother met Jesus on June 27, 2009, the life I’d always known had just been uprooted it felt. Yes, I have my husband, my children, and grandchildren, but the woman who had been there for me from the time I was born was gone. During a
We have to love everyone, which is what Jesus calls us to do.. so we would constantly “give ground”. Jesus told us to hold our ground – in other words, to say what we believe, to spread the gospel, but do it lovingly. ~Pastor Rick McGee Yes, we are to love all and judge none. But, we are to judge what is right or wrong
I am happy to be reviewing the Under the Sea Holy Bible by Zondervan! This is such a cute Bible for children ages 6 to 10. It’s sure to be popular with “Finding Nemo” fans. I think this Bible is a perfect starter Bible for boys and girls. It isn’t overly bulky, so it will be fairly easy for children to find what they are
Looking back at 2015, and forward to 2016 I am really looking forward to 2016 for some reason. It could be the fact that presidential elections are this year and we can finally put the past 8 years behind us… But, I think what I’m most excited about is starting out a new year as Youth Leader at our little church – (or Youth Minister… Youth
October is Pastor Appreciation Month. I am in charge of planning our Pastor Appreciation celebration at our small church and I’m always looking for great ideas! What is Pastor Appreciation Day? Pastor Appreciation Sunday is celebrated every year on second Sunday of October. Pastor Appreciation Day has been celebrated on this day since 1992 with a mission of uplifting and encouraging pastors, missionaries and religious
The Bible is the greatest book ever written. Completely true, and inspired by God. God gave us a gift called imagination. Carol Cook, the author of BATHSHEBA Bathed in Grace, has a fantastic imagination! She was able to bring the stories of these scandalous women of the Bible to life in a new way using her imagination, but also in keeping true to the Bible. The
What gardener (or gardener’s neighbor) doesn’t need a way to use up all of the summer abundance of fresh zucchini squash? This recipe for Zucchini Bread was given to me by my Grandma and has been enjoyed by our family over the years. Summer time is great when you live in a small rural community. Friends, family, and fellow church members like to share the
I love quizzes that spark discussion and get you to thinking. I have a few regular blogs that I read, one of them being Girl on the Move; I recently read a post there entitled “Would You Rather: Travel Edition“. While reading it, thinking about what my answers would be, I thought “Hey, let’s do a Would You Rather: Bible Edition!” So, here goes… Would you rather…. Have
I don’t know how we’d make it in this world without the internet. I just love searching and finding wonderful ideas to use that will make a lasting and eternal impact on the teens I work with……….. well, I just hope that they make at least enough of an impact on them that they remain awake, and maybe take home one important truth from what
Have you ever wondered if you’ll ever have the time or talent to take amazing pictures for your blog posts? I’ve often wished I had the time, but if that wish came true, and I found the time, the talent would be a problem. I am not a gifted photographer. Be sure to bookmark this post, as I will continue to add websites as I find
