Tag Archives: God

Discovering God’s Handwriting

Posted on May 31, 2013 by jroesler728

We were entering the Kindergarten classroom that was prepared with written messages on paper tablecloths, plates of cookies and boxes of juice. This reception followed the concert we had just attended. My reason for coming was standing next to her … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged Besta, classroom, concert, God, grandchild, I love you, Kindergarten, Lord, love, message, preparations, story, writings | Leave a comment

Is This Story Funny or Serious?

Posted on May 29, 2013 by jroesler728

Walking along the side of the road with my hiking boots, thick socks, roll up quick dry pants, weightless shirt, bright red back pack, sun hat (with a drape for my neck), and big sunglasses must have attracted attention. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged aging, danger, elderly, funny, gear, God, hiking, officer, old people, police, serious, Spain | 3 Comments

Suffering Transformed into Beauty

Posted on May 15, 2013 by jroesler728

“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us”. Romans 8:18 I love it when I see the transformation of something that has been shaped by natural exposure become a … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged artist, beauty, God, grain, release, suffering, transformation, tribulation, wood | Leave a comment

There Is Someone Waiting for Me

Posted on May 13, 2013 by jroesler728

I typed the destination into my GPS. I was headed to a retreat for a group of women who had been in a Bible Study together for 40 years. I felt honored to be asked to lead them. The first … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged Bible Study, childhood, Father, God, home, listen, love, mother, parents, retreat, road | Leave a comment

Beauty in the Mess

Posted on May 6, 2013 by jroesler728

Tomorrow my little Koi pond will be cleaned and serviced for the season. Today the surface is covered with algae and floating scraps from last year’s bloom. When the sun is bright I can see images of my fish. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged barren, beauty, character, contrast, fragrance, God, image, Koi, mess, pond, rejoice, thankfulness, Workman | Leave a comment

Seeing Beauty with Your Heart

Posted on May 3, 2013 by jroesler728

On my first visit to Norway, decades ago now, I discovered a distant relative who lived in a remote mountain cottage. She was pointed out to me in the village where I was looking for ancestors. I took the risk … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged artist, beauty, bicycle, confidence, confusion, creativity, environment, God, love, Norway, relative, visitor | Leave a comment

God’s Stunning Strategy

Posted on May 1, 2013 by jroesler728

I received a message today that there is danger coming our way. Scared, I jumped into conversation with God and asked my friends to fast. Together we asked Him for help. My Prayer: “O, Lord, You have been the God … Continue reading →

Posted in Prayers and Devotions | Tagged 2 Chronicles, battle, discouragement, fasting, God, history, Lord, prayer, struggle | 2 Comments

I’m Really Good with Dogs

Posted on April 19, 2013 by jroesler728

I have a friend who has a Maltese that has an insatiable need to be held and snuggled. This dog will force itself on to your lap and position its head in such a way that you are surprised to … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged canines, dogs, God, home, lap, Maltese, Molly, servant, snuggle, visitor | Leave a comment

Learning from Mary, the Mother of Jesus

Posted on April 15, 2013 by jroesler728

As Protestants we don’t often talk about Mary. We are more likely to simply explain the role we do not ascribe to her. Yet, I am reminded this week of what I want to learn from her. She understood that … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged chosen, confusion, favor, God, grace, incarnational life, Luke 2, Mary, Mighty One, mother of Jesus, Protesants | Leave a comment

The Floor Is Not Very Far

Posted on April 12, 2013 by jroesler728

I am at the home of my personal trainer. She has created a program of specific movements for me that, when repeated religiously, will give my body balance and flexibility. As I try to get into the prescribed position I … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts and Reflections | Tagged apprehension, balance, child, Deuteronomy 33, exercises, flexibility, God, Jesus, posture, promises, Psalm 37, trainer, trust | Leave a comment