The first time I can remember reading the entire Bible was when I was 8 years old. I had one of those “Precious Moments” Bibles in the New King James Version. It was pink and had a little lamb in the right bottom corner of the front cover. My name was imprinted on it inContinue reading “Saved Past, Present, and Future”
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Leadership Lessons from the Playground
Have you ever watched a big group of elementary aged children during recess? They run around laughing, climbing, yelling, and playing. Watching them, it seems like a chaotic event. However, when the whistle blows, the children recognize the cue to line up in an orderly way in order to be lead into the building toContinue reading “Leadership Lessons from the Playground”
“Have You Not Known?”
Let me tell you this: God has blessed me with this scripture from Isaiah chapter 40. I was reading my daily portion of scripture, and this passage lit up my heart. At the time, I was feeling so alone, so under appreciated, so unseen and unknown. These thoughts took over my mind. And I amContinue reading ““Have You Not Known?””
Understanding God’s Steadfast Love and Faithfulness
My oldest son and I were having a conversation about differing points of view about God and the Bible. I offered up my point of view on the subject of God, the Creator of the universe and everything. Thoughts of His might and love and generosity were mixed in with thoughts of His righteousness andContinue reading “Understanding God’s Steadfast Love and Faithfulness”
The Fear of the Lord: The Key to Wisdom
Where to begin? Isn’t that the question most of us have when we are looking to increase wisdom and knowledge? We look at the pile of books at the library or book store, or we search the seemingly never-ending list of topics with which to learn on the internet. If we are honest, most ofContinue reading “The Fear of the Lord: The Key to Wisdom”
Getting to Know God
What is one to do when we are stuck? Where do we go when we study so much and do so many “good” things that it seems like you are missing something? In my search for meaning and acceptance and accomplishment, I am drawn to the point of everything I say and do. Everything culminatesContinue reading “Getting to Know God”
What is Your Purpose?
There I was, this morning, on the back deck of my house. I was enjoying the beauty of the atmosphere. It was early morning, and it seemed as though I was the only person awake in the neighborhood. I’m sure I wasn’t, but that is what I felt. As I communed with God, the birdsContinue reading “What is Your Purpose?”
The Glory of God
The Glory of God. What does that mean? That is something that I seek to explore in this post. While reading John 17, I began wondering about Jesus’ prayer to the Father. Specifically, I wanted to dive into what He was asking the Father for. So beginning the prayer, He states, “glorify the Son thatContinue reading “The Glory of God”
Lord, Strengthen Us
It has been a very trying time in this house. There have been a number of issues that have to be worked out soon. However, I am tired. Oh so tired! Many of the tasks required to be done are just so very draining, and it is difficult to find the motivation to finish thisContinue reading “Lord, Strengthen Us”
Coffee with Candee 