The blessing of wisdom

April 13, 2021.Reading time 4 minutes.

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. James 1:5 Who is the wisest person you know? I thought long and hard about this question and before I tell you about my wise person, I’m going to define it for […]

THE WISE WOMAN GUARDS HER HEART

March 4, 2021.Reading time 5 minutes.

Guard your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life. Prov 4:23 (ESV) If you’re looking for a source of wisdom and insight in how to live in a way that pleases God, then Proverbs 3 and 4 is the place for you. The words are written by a loving father to […]

you are what you think

February 25, 2021.Reading time 1 minute.

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things. Phil 4:8 You’ve probably heard the quote: “You are what you think.” It’s been attributed to so many people over the […]

6 Lessons to remember when your child is bullied

June 29, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. Proverbs 4:23 (New Living Translation) In my last post I promised to write out the lessons we learned about bullying. There are two types: One from Kat’s perspective (teenager) and one from mine (parent). I’m breaking them out and giving our […]

Do you have a life verse?

December 10, 2014.Reading time 3 minutes.

Isaiah 58:11 is my life verse. One day, many years ago I was reading my Bible and this verse pierced my heart. God led me to it and I felt His presence and promise. It’s been stuck there ever since. Note: If a particular scripture pierces your heart, God may be trying to tell you […]