by Joanne | Feb 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
Gratitude, as defined by the World English Dictionary is “a feeling of thankfulness or appreciation, as for gifts or favors.” Most of us would like to think of ourselves as grateful people. When something goes wrong…then we’re not so grateful...
by Joanne | Feb 6, 2013 | Uncategorized
It is 9AM. Once again, I am reminded of the stress & pressures young moms live under on a daily basis. Once again, I find myself filled with admiration for all they do. Some are stay at home moms. Some work full time. But they all do what they must to make life...
by Joanne | Jan 26, 2013 | Prayer
Dear Jesus, how desperately I need to learn to pray. And yet, when I am honest, I know that I often do not even want to pray. I am distracted! I am stubborn! I am self-centered! In your mercy, Jesus, bring my “want-er” more in line with my...
by Joanne | Jan 25, 2013 | Prayer
Bring Me the sacrifice of your time, and watch to see how abundantly I bless you & your loved ones. Jesus Calling, January 25th This one sentence has made me pause this morning. I wonder how often in life I have gotten this backwards….wanting the blessing...
by Joanne | Nov 8, 2012 | Uncategorized
Yesterday was Election Day. This morning some of woke up to disappointment. Some were elated. No matter what we were feeling, common to us all is this responsibility: “I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercessions and thanksgiving be made for...