Author Archives: Barbara

The Next Thing

Short and sweet thought for the week… Life can be overwhelming. We have too many problems to deal with, too many burdens to bear, too many obstacles to overcome, too many people depending on us, and too many mundane tasks … Continue reading

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Storms of Life

Short and sweet thought for the week… I must admit I get a little discouraged thinking about the storms of life. It seems like every time I turn around a friend or family member is going through another disheartening disaster. … Continue reading

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New Year/New Theme

Short and Sweet Thought for the Week… It’s the New Year and already my life is in turmoil. My emails got hacked so I had to take my computer in for a diagnostic. But then, that’s a life lesson, isn’t … Continue reading

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A New Year

From God comes… From God comes the New Year! Do we realize what a gift that is? A New Year gives us more time to serve God and reflect His love to all we meet! We have another year to … Continue reading

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Indescribable Gift

From God comes… From God comes an indescribable gift. During the Christmas season, our minds naturally turn to giving and receiving gifts. Some times we want to get people a one-of-a-kind gift or something that is custom-made just for them. … Continue reading

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Peace

From God comes… From God comes peace. When Jesus was born the angels declared, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace… (Luke 2:14)” But where is that peace? We certainly don’t see it around us. Countries are … Continue reading

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Grace

From God comes… From God comes grace. Grace from a spiritual perspective means undeserved, unmerited favor. Because of this favor, God bestows many blessings on us. We may say to ourselves that we aren’t so bad. If we do good … Continue reading

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A True Heart

From God comes… From God comes a true heart. God is very big on heart issues. That’s why the Bible is full of references about our hearts. God doesn’t want us to just serve Him, but to serve Him from … Continue reading

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Benefits

From God comes benefits. One of my favorite scripture passages to read when I am discouraged or I don’t feel like praising God because my focus is inward, is Psalm 103. It starts with, “Bless the Lord, O my soul, … Continue reading

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A Place at the Table

From God comes… From God comes an offer to come to His table and dine with Him. One of my favorite Bible stories is about Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan and grandson of Saul. King Saul resented David and tried … Continue reading

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