Yesterday my dad would have turned 67. He died in 2014 from several aggressive cancers. After his diagnosis they gave him two years to live… maybe. Then a year. Then six months. He almost lasted two. Have you experienced the death of someone you care about? I’m sure you have. If so, you know it … Continue reading What if you were water in the desert?
gratitude
When do we want it? Now!
Psalm 118:24 "This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." (ESV) Today's Thought Have you ever been to a public protest? If so, you’ve probably heard some chanting. Usually the leader is equipped with a bullhorn and yells out, “What do we want?!” Then the people … Continue reading When do we want it? Now!
What a 4-year-old saw changed her life
1 Thessalonians 5:18 "Give thanks in all circumstances..." (ESV) Today's Thought Ann Voskamp’s earliest memory is when she was four years old. She witnessed her 18-month old sister being run over by a truck in their farmyard. Horror. Ever since she’s struggled in her relationship with God. With this memory seared in her mind, Ann … Continue reading What a 4-year-old saw changed her life
So live it like it is
Psalm 145:2 "Every day I will praise you and extol your name for ever and ever." (NIV) Today's Thought Two years ago my dad passed away. As some of you know, he had a very short battle with cancer. He had started to notice different pains in his body--and that those pains were getting louder. … Continue reading So live it like it is
They’re much more valuable than thumbs
Matthew 7:12 "So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them..." (ESV) Today's Thought This month in our home we have a ‘Jar of Thanks.’ Julie is the Youth Coordinator at our church, and it was an idea she put together to help everyone grow their gratitude. (You can learn … Continue reading They’re much more valuable than thumbs
