by Joanne | Apr 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
It was another good week spent in Whispers and Wildflowers as we settled in and focused on choosing joy and gratitude, and worrying a bit less each day. ~*~*~ As we read James 1:17 and Psalm 100, our focus began to shift towards joy and gratitude. Choosing joy is...
by Joanne | Apr 8, 2019 | Encouragement
At some point in life, we all experience a time in the “wilderness”. These are days spent going through difficulties or discomfort. King David fully knew the emotions as he found himself alone in the desert and hiding from his enemies. There was much he lacked in...
by Joanne | Mar 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
In recent days, I have had several conversations with different people and the subject at hand was “fear”. We often use other words to describe our feelings ”“ like worry, concerns, anxiety ”“ so we don’t use the word “fear”. Our fears, if we are honest,...
by Joanne | Jan 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
Week 3 bought us to recognize the power of praise and all praise brings to our lives: Praise brings power. The readings are Romans 8:9-10; Philippians 4:13; and Romans 8:37. It was good to be reminded that we are controlled by the Spirit. Our lives need not display...
by Joanne | Dec 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
It is amazing how quickly these last six weeks have gone by. This past week brought “It Could Only Be Jesus” to a close with the following thoughts: Wise men and King Herod. We read Matthew 2:1-6 where a few interesting things are occurring. The wise men...
