Ponderings of a Christian trying to navigate living a Bible believing, Christ-centered life in this lost and broken world
Paul & Silas in Thessalonica v1-4 - Now when they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a synagogue of the Jews. And Paul went in, as was his custom, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, explaining and proving that it was necessary for the Christ to suffer and to … Continue reading Acts 17:1-9
The Conversion of Lydia So, setting sail from Troas, we made a direct voyage to Samothrace, and the following day to Neapolis, and from there to Philippi, which is a leading city of the district of Macedonia and a Roman colony. We remained in this city some days. And on the Sabbath day we went … Continue reading Acts 16:11-15
I've been trying to get in at least a 30 minute power walk every day. Reality? It is more like every other day. Or 2 times a week. But it's progress. Teaching used to be my exercise. Chasing 10 1 1/2 year olds around all day is quite an aerobic work out. Or corralling 20 … Continue reading Bee Sting
The Macedonian Call And they went through the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been forbidden by the Holy Spirit to speak the word in Asia. And when they had come up to Mysia, they attempted to go into Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus did not allow them. So, passing by Mysia, they went down to Troas. And a vision … Continue reading Acts 16:6-10
Paul & Barnabas Separate v36-41- And after some days Paul said to Barnabas, “Let us return and visit the brothers in every city where we proclaimed the word of the Lord, and see how they are.” Now Barnabas wanted to take with them John called Mark. But Paul thought best not to take with them one who had withdrawn from them … Continue reading Acts 15:36-16:5
I have been making pancakes for a very long time. They are quick. They are easy. And require very few ingredients. The perfect comfort food for when you are lazy but want a "home-cooked" meal. One summer during high school, it was all my brothers and I ate. Morning. Noon. And Night. Chocolate chip pancakes … Continue reading Chocolate Chip Pancakes
12 Dimensions - Careers— Ler em careers.state.gov/work/foreign-service/specialist/12-dimensions/ What you ask? My dream job. All the things I hoped could exist in one job. Actually do! God does work miracles. It is amazing. If I hadn't been fired, I never would have gone looking and I never would have found this. This is me in a … Continue reading I Think I Found It….
I am a sucker for the classics! Gone with the Wind has always been on my read list. For several reasons. 1. It is a classic, so I have to read it. 2. It is historical fiction. Another one of my weaknesses. 3. Because I live in Georgia. I’m kind of glad that I didn’t … Continue reading Gone with the Wind
Self-pity invites you to hold onto your hurt and lick your own wounds. God invites you to bring your hurts to him and find healing. — Ler em http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/woe-is-me This article came at the perfect time for me right now. Being fired very unexpectedly from my job, I have definitely had several "oh woe is … Continue reading Woe Is Me: The Sin of Self-Pity and How to Be Free | Desiring God
In male-female relationships in the church, how can we treat one another with familial warmth without swinging open wide the door to temptation? — Read on http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/sister-friend-or-threat I have had friends whose parents were torn apart like this. Emotional relationships outside of their spouse. I've heard my share of excuses from a boyfriend who claimed … Continue reading Sister, Friend, or Threat? How Men and Women Relate in the Church | Desiring God
Heaven is my Home 