Unlikely Sources of God’s Blessing

When you can’t see the forest from the trees. Climb up!

Sometimes when you think that you’re not getting the answers you want, you are being reassured that everything will be alright! Recently, I’ve been working through some challenging issues…trying to see the forest from the trees. Today, someone told me to stop trying to step back in order to see the forest from the trees.Continue reading “When you can’t see the forest from the trees. Climb up!”

Climb the tree to see the forest

Mixed Feelings on Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving is a time for honest assessments. Without denying feelings of sadness that comes from separation, there is always much to be thankful for!

When Anxiety, Airports and Angels Work Together for Good

Overcoming anxiety through prayer and faith. Acknowlege anxiety. Accept circumstances that can’t be changed. Acknowledge the Hand of God at work in unusual ways in unusual circumstances.

Diversity in worship, faith and service

Emerging from the restrictions of the pandemic, we now find ourselves embracing diverse ways of being and doing.

Confront what is false, receive what is true

In an earlier post, I used the story of Naaman’s healing in 2 Kings 5, to highlight how God can use people, considered unlikely sources, to bring His blessings to people in need. I also pointed out that material things and psychological and social barriers can threaten the flow of God’s blessings. Continuing with theContinue reading “Confront what is false, receive what is true”

A lesson in grace from a sermon and prision visit

Although I cannot remember the exact date, it is a day I will never forget. On a warm day in fall, a sermon was preached on the parable of the workers in the vineyard (Matthew 20 verses 1- 16) that set me off on a journey that led me to a deeper understanding of God’s grace, andContinue reading “A lesson in grace from a sermon and prision visit”

Bringing God’s blessings – Unlikely sources & likely barriers

Do you consider yourself to be too socially insignificant or incapable of acting for God to help other people? If that’s the case, I want to remind you that you are the child of the Supreme God, Creator and King of the universe. That alone tells you how important you are. God chooses you,Continue reading “Bringing God’s blessings – Unlikely sources & likely barriers”