Category: something extra

He Could Have Said “Forget It” Instead of “It Is Done”

Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth. (Proverbs 27:1 NKJV) On Sunday evening I sit down with my calendar and make a list of what I have to accomplish …

Seeking Forgiveness

Part Two When you hurt someone, asking for forgiveness is essential. Matthew 5:23-24 23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, 24 leave …

Forgiveness is Always Essential

When someone hurts you, forgiveness is an essential part of healing. When someone hurts you beyond what you are normally capable of dealing with, it may take some time. But when that time arrives for forgiveness, you have …

The Truth About Humility Being Hard

  The freedom to make our own choices sometimes gets us into trouble. Free will is something most Christians do not see as a problem- we make choices every day. The problem we run into is when we …

Respecting My Single Friends

I read a lot of things. I have a lot of single friends. I have to be honest- I do not envy them one bit. Hubs and I were married right after I graduated high school- in September. …

Are You the Weary Parent of a Graduate?

Emotions and confusion swirl around in my head like this is a terrible dream I will wake up from tomorrow. People come to our home sharing food, bringing gifts celebrating the life of our third child as if …

The Hard Truth About Grace

  GRACE ɡrās/ noun simple elegance or refinement of movement. “she moved through the water with effortless grace” synonyms: elegance, poise, gracefulness, finesse (in Christian belief) the free and unmerited favor of God, as manifested in the salvation …

Declaring Is Not Enough

When David was singing to God, he wasn’t always praying in praise. Sometimes he was distraught and angry, sending his complaints through his prayers. In Psalm 104, also known as a “Psalm of Lament”, David starts out by …

In The Morning

In the morning when I first wake up, I write 3 pages in a leather bound journal. I write my first thoughts of the day in either journal form or as a prayer. It helps me throughout the …

Wildflower: A Movie and Give away!

Wildflower is a new psychological thriller which will keep you on the edge of your seat. Audiences will be surprised at the twist, and just wait for  the ending. This movie is all about hope, redemption and the …