Month: January 2014
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Getting a Grip
Ice and snow made the paths treacherous. I was not in the mood of falling again. Once was enough. (I also much rather get an increased heart rate from a brisk walk than from falling headlong in the snow.) I pulled the traction spikes across the bottom of my boots. As the rubber parts stretched […]
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A Lesson from our Snowman
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (ESV)
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Her Lost Song
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Once right -now wrong, Her pain so real. Her childhood song He came to steal. * The voice of truth – The reason why – Their whispers fade, In silent cry. * A violent thought, A tragic choice, Of flesh in need, He took her voice. * No one […]
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Patience
Now wait my soul, Don’t rush ahead. Your God will keep All that He said ~ While all seems dark, While silence stands, He is not far. You’re in His hands. ~ So wait my soul. Don’t fret and fear. Be still and know Your God is near.
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Walking by Faith
“Though I cannot see You God, I seek to surrender all my conduct and progress all my conviction and persuasion all my confidence and prerogative. Help me to follow You securely into every opportunity and through every open door You put before me.” “We walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7 KJV
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Five-Dollar Blessings
(Several of you, have asked me to share how the Lord provided through five-dollar gift cards to a homeless ministry in Chicago. I pray the following recalling of the events brings God all the glory. I am not that bright nor do I have the means to provide in such abundance. I have become utterly […]
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PLEASE PRAY FOR THE HOMELESS
I pushed against the heavy, ice-covered, glass front door To take a peek into a frozen world. I was reminded of the many Who don’t look from a warm inside out, But have to look from a cold outside in. PLEASE PRAY FOR THE HOMELESS! Here are some practical things you can do … keep […]
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Shiny Sins
I don’t mind cleaning, most days that is. The smell of a freshly cleaned floor and the sight of a shiny kitchen counter even brings me joy. That’s why decided, several years ago, to make cleaning my profession. It pays well and fits in with my schedule. The flexible hours are great and allow me […]
Heidi Viars 