by Joanne | Aug 25, 2025 | Encouragement, Uncategorized
There is so much we have yet to learn. Much of life will require constant learning, exposing ourselves to information, knowledge, and experiences which will cause stretching and growth. This will only occur as we remain willing to be taught and have the knowledge...
by Joanne | Mar 2, 2025 | Quotes & Thoughts, Uncategorized
“The troubles of my heart have enlarged; Bring me out of my distresses!” (Psalm 25:17, NKJV) “Our first inclination in times of difficulty is to pray, “Bring me out!” But we should be praying, “Build me up.” God enlarges us by...
by Joanne | Jan 12, 2025 | Quotes & Thoughts
“Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.” (Psalm 4:1, NASB) “Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy...
by Joanne | Dec 17, 2024 | Let's Have Coffee
During the Advent season, so many of us are looking at the lives of Elizabeth, Zechariah, and John. In Luke 1:80, we find the description of the manner in which John grew as a child: “And the child continued to grow and to become strong in spirit.” (NASB)...
by Joanne | Jun 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
“I can’t wait to be a grownupâ€, one of our granddaughters remarked to me. And I naturally replied, “Don’t rush it. Stay little for a bit more.†Years ago, friend said to me, “I’ll never grow up!†She was quite serious, saying it quite proudly, almost...