Archive for July, 2008

A Random Coupon Life

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

“Jesus did many other miraculous signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.”
John 20:30-31
…by believing you may have life in his […]

Let It Be So

Saturday, July 26th, 2008

“For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And through him the ‘Amen’ is spoken by us to the glory of God.”
2 Corinthians 1:20
One spring when I was in college I held onto so many options for the summer break that my friends began calling me the “options woman.” […]

An Up-Down Day

Tuesday, July 15th, 2008

“Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.”
Romans 12:15
Yesterday was an “up-down” day. How in the world do you explain to an 8 year old the concept of not feeling guilty over his joy when someone close to him is in mourning? I could see Ryan’s “wheels turning” as grappled with the verse […]

The Beauty of Being

Saturday, July 12th, 2008

God has blessed us with a wonderful porch with a peaceful view. We even own comfortable porch chairs - a perfect place to sit with a tall glass of iced tea while reflecting on life. However, if you drive by you will rarely see me sitting there. Why? I have difficulty slowing down. However, this […]

I am Blessed

Tuesday, July 1st, 2008

“For in him you have been enriched in every way – in all your speaking and in all your knowledge - because our testimony about Christ was confirmed in you. Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed. He will keep you strong […]