Bible.com We can’t do it by ourselves. We didn’t create our human bodies, fill them with a soul and spirit and place ourselves on this earth. We had no say in the matter - neither the era in which we were born, the family into which we were born, nor what race or other physical … Continue reading God’s handiwork
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The Importance of Practicing Humility in Daily Life
Humility is a virtue we strive for, often becoming more humble as we age through experience. It's about honoring God and others, not timidity or submission. Humble individuals show kindness, listen well, and express gratitude. While complete humility may be unattainable, practicing consideration for others daily can enhance our character.
The value of Christian community
Let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works; not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another and so much the more as you see the day approaching. Hebrews 10:24 Free photo library We are commanded by God to assemble together as … Continue reading The value of Christian community
When bad things happen
Things started to go sour while I was at the dentist. I had to have two crowns. The receptionist had previously told me how much each crown was and how much my insurance would pay. She had given me a sheet of paper with my portion of the cost written on it. For those of … Continue reading When bad things happen
Family Ties
Every year my husband and I, along with our four children and their spouses plus all the grandkids, take off for a winter get-a-way in the smoky mountains on MLK weekend. Â We'll get a large five bedroom cabin in the woods, hang out, play games , hike, ride go-carts (the grand-kid's favorite) see some of … Continue reading Family Ties
Defenseless Army
It began in 1973 This war on our defenseless army Who are these robed men From where comes their power To say we're unworthy to live in this hour At first we thought this war we could win After all what person would stoop to such sin But now oh how we have cried That … Continue reading Defenseless Army
How Gratitude affects attitude
Gratitude makes for a great attitude Last year I made a commitment to stop whining about winter. Â I dreaded winter every year because I don't like the cold, dark days it brings. Â I prefer the warm, long, sunny days of summer. Â God began to convict me of my sour attitude and I … Continue reading How Gratitude affects attitude
Moments in Time
Time is moments once spent never to be returned again.   We may be at the same physical location and even with the same people, but each day and every moment within that day is unique to its own. One summer my husband and I met up with my daughter while she was in Orlando for a … Continue reading Moments in Time
Hiking
I've never thought of hiking as a dangerous sport. You're just walking through the woods right? Yet, for one day in this past summer, that proved surprisingly not true. Middle Tennessee has so many beautiful parks with mountain trails that are just challenging enough for a good workout. The trees are gorgeous any time of … Continue reading Hiking
Things I’ve learned
When I was a child every day when I got off the school bus my mother would ask me what I learned that day. Â Looking back, I probably didn't give her very good answers. Â Sometimes I would say "nothing," which surely couldn't have been true. Â I was just done thinking about school for the … Continue reading Things I’ve learned
