by Joanne | May 31, 2018 | Encouragement
The old saying goes, “Time heals all wounds” but I am not sure it ‘heals’ them per se, but perhaps the pain is eased as the memories remain. I have been playing the game, “This time last year …..” for over a month now....
by Joanne | May 30, 2018 | Encouragement
“Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise.” (Hebrews 10:23, NLT) The promises of God, once heard and remembered, bring hope, assurance, and peace each day. They keep our minds and hearts focused...
by Joanne | May 29, 2018 | Encouragement
Memorial Day – the official start of summer! After the awaited long weekend, planting flowers, and a barbequed burger, it can be hard to settle back into the routine of school. I edited this post as I thought today may be a good time to encourage my mama friends...
by Joanne | May 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
We continued this past week with the study, Power for the World: Book 2, The Jesus, Light of Nations Series . The experiences of our friends, Paul and Barnabas, brought some rich lessons: Spiritual jealousy is destructive to us all. “Jealousy” was roused...
by Joanne | May 27, 2018 | Encouragement
“But no, my people wouldn’t listen. Israel did not want me around. So I let them follow their own stubborn desires, living according to their own ideas.” (Psalm 81: 11-12, NLT) Ever make a wrong turn? You are following your GPS, but something goes...