Note to Self #1

When you double guess your decisions, remember – God can overturn any man-made act. He probably will not undo it, he might not change it, but if you are his child, he will surely work it for good.

Trust. It might be your mess, but it’s still under God’s watch.… Read more

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Believe.

​But Jesus, overhearing what was being spoken, said to the synagogue official, “Do not be afraid any longer, only believe.”

Mark 5:36 NASB

So simple, yet so difficult.

We know this story.  Jairus approached Jesus in the hopes of healing his daughter.… Read more

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Hope Less.

If I could obliterate this year from my memory, I would.

Endless slogging through a mist of uncertainty has dampened my faith, and eaten away hopes of a brighter tomorrow.

Outwardly, I looked fine.  I went through the motions of a normal life.… Read more

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Love That Doesn’t Let Go.

2017 marked the tenth year of my singleness.  Of not being in a long-term relationship.  My friend remarked about my single status – it’s because you have high standards.  I disagreed.  My wish list for a partner is rather short, and kept to the essentials.  … Read more

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By the Well.

It was noon, it was hot, and he was tired.  Jesus sat down by Jacob’s well in Samaria while his disciples went foraging for food.  He chose to stay behind, because he had an appointment to keep.

She was on her way to draw water in the middle of the day, when no one else would be around.  … Read more

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Steadfast Love.

But I have trusted in your steadfast love;
my heart shall rejoice in your salvation.
I will sing to the LORD,
because he has dealt bountifully with me.

Psalm 13:5-6


stead·fast  /ˈstedˌfast /  adjective – resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering.… Read more

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Devotionals.

If you’re a faithful follower of my blog, you may have noticed that I’ve started experimenting with creating devotionals.  Bear with me, as I haven’t had much time to write lately.  I’m hoping this new format will encourage me to post my thoughts more often, as a drink in God’s word.… Read more

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