Tag Archives: strength

Weakened by Joy

Posted on February 15, 2015 by rstaples2013

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 →

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The Healing Power of Love

Posted on April 4, 2014 by rstaples2013

Yesterday I was sent a visitor from God. She has a name by which people call her, but I recognized her and today remember her as love. She was not in a hurry, even though I know she has much … Continue reading →

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In His Grip

Posted on March 18, 2014 by rstaples2013

Try to imagine yourself feeling as someone who could easily lose his or her balance. Now, in this weakened condition, imagine you need to walk on an uneven path that has loose slippery stones. A strong young friend comes along … Continue reading →

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Riding Without Training Wheels!

Posted on September 30, 2013 by jroesler728

I had just asked God how He wanted to reveal Himself to me today when my phone notified me that someone had left a message. It was my seven-year-old granddaughter. (I gave myself permission to interrupt my reflective time with … Continue reading →

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Do I Rest or Risk?

Posted on March 22, 2013 by jroesler728

I am wanting my body to be strong. I want the physical ability to do the things my heart longs to do. I don’t want to hurt myself every time I lift something. I don’t want to fall and break … Continue reading →

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