By Cindy Shannon– LESSON 22 – Nitro is a horse – an animal – not a human or even God. I may perceive his behavior as love or devotion to me, but it is usually him just wanting to get to either food, the herd or the barn. That feeling of
“Let love be without hypocrisy.” (Rom. 12:9 NKJV) Paul wrote that to the Roman church, exhorting them to have a real love for one another. Different versions of this verse expand the meaning… * “Let love be genuine.” English Standard Version * “Love without feigning.” Wycliffe New Testament * “[Let
By Sandra Glahn – Researchers estimate that more than a million people per year take short-term mission trips (STMs). Some say that in the 13- to 17-year-old bracket, that number is closer to two million. When I took my first STM, a seasoned missionary told my friend cynically, “She will
By Carole Towriss – Arishot sat by the window, her foot bouncing rapidly. The battle should have been over for hours. Her son would be coming home any time now. Arriving to the glory, accolades, honor he always received—and deserved. “You, servant!” She grabbed a helpless girl as she slunk
By Carole Brewer – Putting yourself out there has its risks. The heart is pumped with excitement, the brain is focused, and then, wham! The unexpected attention-grabber turns a well-prepared message into a comedy routine! Laugh with me as I share some hilarious experiences. Humor is the great thing, the
By Sharon Brani– As I opened my new 2015 calendar and hung it on the wall I wondered – What new challenges will I face this year? What if a water pipe springs another leak? What unexpected demands will come my way? You and I know that life is no
By Allison Wilkinson – Women have a harder time embracing pleasure as compared to men as they tend to have more on their minds, according to research conducted by professor of psychology Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. By learning a new skill, it can not only boost confidence, it allows you to get
By Cindy Laverty – Caregiving creeps up on us when we least expect it. We women are busy living our lives; working in careers, caring for our children, our spouses, our partners and trying to find a few minutes each day to care for ourselves. Sadly, many women have forgotten
By Lynn Mosher – “When you go, your way shall be opened up before you step by step.” (Prov. 4:12 free translation) Henry Clay Trumbull once said, “The Lord never builds a bridge of faith except under the feet of the faith-filled traveler. If He builds the bridge a rod
By Maryann Ehmann – Turning 50 was not my most favorite birthday. Even the lavish surprise party my family threw did not save me from my slump. Increasing aches and pains, unusual insecurity, and a heightened sense of guilt dominated my thinking. Worry was at an all time high. Hope for
By Nancie Carmichael – “I cried out to God with my voice…And He gave ear to me.” Ps. 77:1 We can get pretty complicated about prayer. After all, the thought of communicating with the Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth can be an intimidating concept. But Jesus says we are
By Amy Layne Litzelman – Excerpt: This Beloved Road Vol. II – Into the Source Jesus: “Just as the Father has loved Me, I have also loved you; abide in My love.” John 15:9 (NASB) Do you believe what God says about you? That you’re the apple of His
By Charlotte Peacock− It is a sad reality that many women perceive the menopause as the end of their sexual lives. While it can alter our sexual experiences, it doesn’t mean we have to forget about our pleasures completely. Read on to find out how you can combat the negative
By Kim Chaffin – When my daughter was little she had a knack for wiggling herself right in between my husband and I. Whether we were sitting, standing or, laying in bed, she would wiggle herself right in. It became a joke with us. We would sit as close as
By Carole Towriss− Rivkah closed her eyes against the pain and grabbed her belly. “I’m sorry. Can you repeat that?” The physician shook his head. “There’s nothing further we can do for you. We’ve done all we can do.” He held out his hand. She retrieved the thin bag tucked
By Amy Layne Litzelman− (excerpt: This Beloved Road Vol. II – Into the Source) “I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.” Philippians 1:23-24 (NIV) Sometimes
Christmas is a magical time of year for both kids and adults alike. The kids are out of school, the holiday cheer keeps everyone in high spirits, and spending time together as a family is at the top of everyone’s priority list. One hallmark of the Christmas season is the
By Ruth W. Crocker− I learned how to appear to look strong and hold myself together following the death of a loved one from my mother. I observed her after the death of my youngest brother from a seizure disorder. He was seven when he died and I was fourteen.
By Dixie Diamanti− Yesterday was Thanksgiving. My big beautiful family all met together at my son’s house. Looking around the table I had to laugh to myself as I studied each one. It you have ever seen the sitcom, Parenthood, that is what my family reminds me of. All talking
By Kim Chaffin – Annie is a Broadway musical based on the popular Harold Gray comic strip, “Little Orphan Annie”. It is the story of a little orphan girl who is desperately looking for her parents. After running away to find them, she is brought back to the orphanage. Luckily
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