He [Jesus] is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. — Colossians 1:17 So, if I'm not in Him, how can I expect all things to hold together? Folks have said that trusting Jesus is a crutch. So happy to have a crutch that CANNOT fail, break, malfunction, go out of style, be …
I’m Rooting for You!
I really think we should aim, strive, and desire to be better than ONLY OURSELVES - THAN WHAT WE WERE YESTERDAY - NOT BETTER THAN OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS. Not finding ways to prove you can do everything they do better! I'm sad when I see this played out. I don't think we should be trying …
Sad
This has been a really sad few weeks for me. My dear friend is dying of cancer. It breaks my heart. I can hardly believe it, still. I've known her for over 2 decades. I did not even know she was sick. I keep wondering how I missed it. Why didn't I know about it? Could …
Gracias, Mi Dios!
Today, I went out to run some errands. I was really deep in thought. I have some huge concerns on my mind. I go over them in my mind over and over. I think of ways these matters can be resolved. I pray for God’s intervention. I go back to figuring out what I can …
What’s the Problem?
There is a difference between being a people pleaser and being obedient to those who are over us. I would like to think that in my obedience to the Lord, I please His people. It disturbs me when folks feel the need to constantly challenge authority. Many times it is nothing less than a problem …
Talking to Myself…
I am so glad tonight is our weekly prayer meeting at my church. I have some things going on in my life that concern me.  Every Wednesday evening our church comes together and prays for requests that people have taken the time to write down. We take these requests very seriously.  We are privileged to intercede on their …
The Extra Mile
Sometimes, folks just need to know that they are loved, needed, or wanted. Many times a sour attitude is nothing more than insecurity. The challenge is to invest the time in the individual to help them out of their shell. Oh, that I would be willing to go that extra mile.
Reacting
Did you know that it takes more strength to be quiet than it does to speak your mind?  Since I was a young girl, I spoke my mind. I don't remember holding back. I did not have a filter in those days. Lately, I have been noticing that I can be quite reactive. Oooh, that is …
Keeping it Real or Rude?
Have you ever heard 'I'm just keeping it real'? I have heard it, and I have said it. But there are times when I have witnessed 'keeping it rude'. Do you know what I mean? Keeping it rude is when you say something harsh to someone, and as an aside you utter that phrase. This is …
Freedom = Responsibility
A couple of weeks ago, I posted my thoughts on my own personal freedom. I am so grateful for God's word that reminds me daily that He has set me free. Free from things that hindered my progress like a negative self image. John 8:36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be …
Glimpses... 