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Tag Archives: joy
Being a Child of God
“The Robin and the Sparrow” Said the robin to the sparrow, “I should really like to know, Why these anxious human beings Rush about and worry so.” Said the sparrow to the robin, “Friend I think that it must be, That they have no Heavenly … Continue reading
Posted in Issues, Prayers and Devotions, Thoughts and Reflections
Tagged children, faith, Heavenly Father, identity, joy, parent, rest, Security, Sovereignty of God
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The Fellowship of Suffering
God gives us glimpses into His heart by inviting us in to the fellowship of suffering. Suffering is often a uniquely personal place that defies our known ways of sharing; defies our being understood. Therefore, that which is of itself … Continue reading
Posted in Thoughts and Reflections, Uncategorized
Tagged Broken Dreams, God, hope, Insights, joy, perspective, suffering, waiting
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Weakened by Joy
I found myself so overcome with joy this week that I was too weak to pray. My thoughts went to the teaching in Romans where we learn that the Holy Spirit helps us. It says that the Spirit intercedes for … Continue reading
Posted in Thoughts and Reflections
Tagged faith, God, Holy Spirit, hope, joy, prayer, strength, weakness
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Realigning My Periscope
I have one area of my life where the Presence of God is blurred. I know, cognitively, that God is good. An African greeting begins: “God is good,” followed by the response:“ All the time.” The greeting goes on: “All … Continue reading
Posted in Thoughts and Reflections
Tagged African greeting, alignment, circumstances, focus, God, joy, pain, periscope, struggles
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It’s REAL Now
I have known for a few months that the wheels have been set in motion for me to administer my Aunt’s living trust. We have met with her attorney and I understand that my designated role is irrevocable. I have … Continue reading
Pastoral Prayer for Thanksgiving Worship Service
“Be joyful always, pray continuously, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ.” The God we are worshipping today is the Loving Father Who welcomes His children. Today our Father wants us to come … Continue reading
Posted in Prayers and Devotions
Tagged Christ, family, Father, fears, finances, Holy Spirit, home, invitation, Jesus, joy, prayers, promise, relationships, Thanksgiving, unity
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Celebrate
I bought this glass at Goodwill. I smiled as I paid $.99 each for six. The reason this was amusing to me is that I had donated these champagne glasses last week when, in an obsessive fury, I filled boxes … Continue reading
Posted in Thoughts and Reflections
Tagged amusing, celebrations, champagne glasses, Goodwill, Jesus, joy, pain
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