What, you have been a Christian for over 50 years and you just began reading your Bible? It's about time!
Category: faith
The Rest of the Glory Story
Exhausted from unpacking, the glow of the security light seemed to say, "it's gonna be alright. You are home!" It was July 2005 and we were partially moved in. Each night for sixteen years I would think," thank you Lord for my house." Then getting into bed I'd tell my husband, "Did I ever tell… Continue reading The Rest of the Glory Story
Have you ever felt numb?
Agree with God that you will follow him one day at a time.
Hope
Psalm 147:11 The Lord delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love. Hope I can lose 10 lbs. before the wedding.Hope the diagnosis is good.Hope I don't get Covid-19 (too late already had it).Hope this virus will go away!!Hope Jesus will return soon!Hope I don't have to move! Lord,… Continue reading Hope
Shared Blessings
Shared Blessings is a collection of recipes and memories dedicated to family and friends who shared their lives and cooking skills with me. My family appreciates you and I do too!
Blessings of J O Y!
Ventured out today to inspect the blueberry crop. A few days ago, they were full of blooms. Several nights of cold temps in 30's and some frost – but always sun came up and warmed up early. So surely, they made it???? Blueberries before frost Sad to report just few blossoms survived. If these make… Continue reading Blessings of J O Y!
Alive and Grateful
I'm thankful the word of God speaks to our needs daily. Because of health reasons my husband does not attend church with me some Sundays. Friends will ask, “How is John?” Being the honest person that I am – I say, “He is hurting, he didn’t sleep last night or not too good today.” Wanting… Continue reading Alive and Grateful
What’s in a Name?
Greeting a young couple in church I spoke to their baby girl and she smiled. I asked her name. It was Cameron. I could remember her name because my grandson has the same name. Eli’s daughter-in-law named her son Ichabod. Can you imagine naming your child Ichabod??? The ark of God was captured by the… Continue reading What’s in a Name?
Walk in Faith
What is the opposite of faith? Most would say doubt or fear! What do you fear? If you are like me, you don’t really have any fears - you’re a stoic person. You just trust God on the surface. But subconsciously there is fear. Fear of the future, fear of what if???? Fear of… Continue reading Walk in Faith
Is it Ok to Argue with God?
4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 The nurse called, “Mitchell family.” I jumped up from the hard bench I had been sleeping on and said, “Yes.” She said… Continue reading Is it Ok to Argue with God?
Pat Strickland 