Tag Archives: God

Journey of Prayer

Posted on December 2, 2011 by jroesler728

One of the most precious gifts God has given us is a free ticket for the Journey of Prayer. It is the “trip of a lifetime” because God travels with us, leads us to His heart and speaks into ours. It … Continue reading →

Posted in Prayers and Devotions | Tagged adeventure, Christ, friends, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, journey, learn, Lord, prayer | Leave a comment

It’s Not Because He Doesn’t Care

Posted on November 30, 2011 by jroesler728

My cell phone made the sound that lets me know I have a message. As I listened I found myself hoping I was misunderstanding what I was hearing. But, as I listened again there was no denying that my friend was … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged care, cell phone, confidence, daughter, ER, friend, God, heart, husband, keys, trust | Leave a comment

Tell Me the Story Again

Posted on November 7, 2011 by jroesler728

Yesterday my five-year-old granddaughter came to visit me in my office. I had some paper and markers ready for her. She printed my name (Besta). I am amazed at how fast she is moving from having been a baby to … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged Abba, Besta, co-worker, Father, God, granddaughter, love, precious, Psalm 139 | Leave a comment

Lady, Can You Spare a Dime?

Posted on October 24, 2011 by jroesler728

By Jean Roesler Recently I visited the beautiful city of Victoria on Vancouver Island. Taking the ferry to get there meant that everywhere we went we had to walk; but Victoria is easily a walkable city and a great place … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Author Stories | Tagged dime, God, handicapped, homeless, prayer, pregnant, street people | Leave a comment

Like a Fragrant Offering

Posted on October 14, 2011 by jroesler728

by Jean Roesler As a runner, I eagerly await the day when the cool crisp air of the fall season will replace the hot and humid air of summer. Morning runs bring on a refreshing vigor and an appreciation for … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Author Stories | Tagged fall, fog, God, Holy Spirit, mist, morning, offering bowl, prayers, running | 1 Comment

An Unspeakable Gift

Posted on September 17, 2011 by jroesler728

As a community health nurse it was my responsibility to meet with hospitalized patients prior to their discharge to arrange follow up home care. The client I am remembering today was 34 years old. I had read her hospital chart … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged cancer, community nurse, God, Mary, pray, speak | Leave a comment

Resting with Jesus

Posted on September 14, 2011 by jroesler728

I asked her if she would pray with me before she went back to India. She is my friend’s mother. She has been a missionary in her native India for decades. Every summer she spends time here with her daughter, … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged God, India, rest, sleep | Leave a comment

Finding Footprints of Faith

Posted on September 2, 2011 by jroesler728

I talked to Jo from her hospital bed this morning. I called more because I needed my own faith strengthened than because I thought I had something of encouragement for her. Jo is 90 years old. She has been a … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged cancer, daughter, God, Holy Spirit, hospice, Jesus, Jo | Leave a comment

Each Time Is a New Experience

Posted on July 6, 2011 by jroesler728

I called Dottie when I learned that her husband was AGAIN being admitted to the VA hospital. I said I was sorry. Then I said, “It seems like it is just one thing after another for you.” Her response was … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged Dottie, experience, God, hospital, new | 1 Comment

X Marks the Spot

Posted on June 15, 2011 by jroesler728

Just for fun draw a line on a blank paper. Think of one end as the date of your birth and the other as the date of your death. Then, put an X on the place on that line that … Continue reading →

Posted in Issues | Tagged death, God, life, line, x | Leave a comment