Tool or Idol?

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“You will have no other gods before me. ” Exodus 20: 3 I wouldn’t think of it. I mean, how crazy were those Israelites to continue to disobey and construct idols to worship when the One and only Living God was leading them, listening to their cry, giving them instruction and provision and constantly demonstrating

Sweet Dreams

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One of my most favorite times of day is during the evening hours- when the dishes are done, house is picked up ,and I have donned my ‘comfy’ pants. (It’s true. Probably not super stylish, but part of my nightly ritual!) I cuddle in to be with my kids. I breathe…or maybe it is more

In Waiting…

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Seasons. Change. Unknown. It seems we are always faced with these 3 realities. Our lives are ever moving, ever changing, ever filled to the brim. No matter how comfortable we seem to be with our routines, our habits, and our comfort zones, there is always something we are waiting for, something we desire…something about which

Sane Lane

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My reflection, random thoughts. . . We can roll in the “sane lane” with God as our provider. Life is not perfect, life is in session. Life is a journey not a destination. Life is God’s road course. Life is full of speed bumps…God’s way of letting us know that we are not in control.

Measuring Stick

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(If you received this post via email, be sure to visit our blog today to watch the video.) Last week I talked about being overwhelmed — from the comments and feedback I received about that topic, I really felt that I needed to talk this week about… Measuring Sticks Trying to p l e a

Daily KIP: We can get so set in our ways, keep doing the same things, and turn our heads to new ideas. Can you identify with with this quote? “People are very open-minded about new things – as long as they’re exactly like the old ones.” ~C.F. Kettering Consider this; refuse to become “set on

Daily KIP: Quality time is different than just being in someone’s presence. You could “be around” someone (children, spouse, friend, sibling, etc.) all day, but if you don’t spend quality time with them, pay attention to them, talk to them, and listen to them, it doesn’t matter that they’re just around you.

Email Forward

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I am not a big ‘forward’ person when it comes to emails. In fact, I have to admit am guilty of ignoring an occasional forward. This one sat in my inbox for a few days before I finally got around to opening it. I loved it!  I’ve given thought to how I want to live

Daily KIP:  Communication.   Relationships can only be good when there is good close communication; that means talking AND listening.   “We cannot learn from one another until we stop shouting at one another – until we speak quietly enough so that our words can be heard as well as our voices.” ~ Richard M. Nixon

Daily KIP:  UNDERSTANDING……….often we are so quick to judge what’s going on with others or why people in our world do what they do. Take the time to ask questions, listen, and connect to get a better understanding. “Any fool can criticize, condemn, and complain but it takes character and self control to be understanding