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The Words I Needed to Hear

Posted on September 1, 2019 by rstaples2013

Thoughts intrude upon my mind with messages not of my own creation. In the blur of the night following my husband’s death, these words woke me form my fitful sleep: “This is the Lord’s doing; it is marvelous in our … Continue reading →

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Keeping My Promise

Posted on September 8, 2016 by rstaples2013

Last night a friend asked me why I don’t write anymore. I didn’t have an answer, at least one that I wanted to confess. She said she missed reading my posts. I promised her I would write today. I asked … Continue reading →

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Journey to the Secret Place

Posted on November 10, 2014 by rstaples2013

“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will remain stable and fixed under the shadow of the Almighty whose power no foe can withstand”. Psalm 91:1 Amplified. This promise from Psalm 91 describes a place of … Continue reading →

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A Model for Prayer

Posted on April 21, 2014 by rstaples2013

My seven year old granddaughter, (who calls me Besta which is the Norwegian word for Grandma) said, “Besta, the Bible you gave me doesn’t work in Sunday School” I asked her to explain. She said that the Bible I had … Continue reading →

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Pastoral Prayer for Thanksgiving Worship Service

Posted on November 27, 2013 by rstaples2013

“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 →

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Don’t Miss the Rainbow

Posted on October 3, 2011 by jroesler728

This morning I got a text message from a friend who is traveling. “Went through the most horrendous storm on our way here but got to see a wonderful double rainbow because of it” As I reflect on this past … Continue reading →

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