by Joanne | Jun 5, 2018 | Encouragement
The calendar tells me the date is June 4th but the chill in the house is more like January. Seriously, a few days ago, we had the AC on in the house and today, well I was so cold, I had to put on these … and when that didn’t work so well, I may have...
by Joanne | Jun 3, 2018 | Encouragement
“When Mary arrived and saw Jesus, she fell at his feet and said, “Lord, if only you had been here, my brother would not have died.” (John 11:32, NLT) “When Jesus arrived, Mary thought He was too late. Her beloved brother Lazarus was dead. Yet,...
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 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...
