by Joanne | Mar 25, 2023 | Quotes & Thoughts, Uncategorized
“I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven …” (Matthew 16:19a, NASB) “What qualified Peter to become God’s mouthpiece, to open the door of faith first to Jews and then to Gentiles? Surely it was that before Peter spoke he had...
by Joanne | Mar 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
Every Friday I join a community of bloggers for Five Minute Friday. One word prompt, five minutes. Unedited. The prompt this week is … Follow. The world will tell us to “follow our hearts”, meaning to chase our dreams or pursue your passions. We need to...
by Joanne | Mar 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
Guide – my One Word for 2023. As I go through my days, I look for where the word may appear – a quote, a verse, or a song. It often shows up in the most unexpected of ways. When it does, it makes me think a little more deeply, focusing and straining to...
by Joanne | Mar 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
We must remain steadfast in reminding ourselves to apply the Gospel to our lives every day … The week began with reading Psalm 34; Matthew 6:25-34; Matthew 11:28-30; and Galatians 4:6-7. The heading of this reading: “The Gospel for the Overwhelmed...
by Joanne | Mar 20, 2023 | Devoted Living, Uncategorized
Early mornings are my favorite time of day. As I said goodbye to my husband at the back door recently, we both spotted some deer in the woods out back. After he left, I continued to watch them as they are beautiful and majestic animals. When they came out of the...
by Joanne | Mar 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Every Friday I join a community of bloggers for Five Minute Friday. One word prompt, five minutes. Unedited. The prompt this week is … Story. I sit, or stand, and listen to their stories. It’s a gift I embrace each time they share a story from the past. My...
