Author Archives: Barbara

Choices change lives… By Barbara Dahlgren People keep or observe Christmas for a few reasons. For adults, it’s a time for families to get together. For parents, it’s a time to give gifts to their children. For children, it’s time … Continue reading →

Choices change lives… By Barbara Dahlgren The Bible says it is more blessed to give than receive (Acts 20:35). Although it is more blessed to give, there are times when it is blessed to receive as well. Some people are … Continue reading →

Choices change lives… By Barbara Dahlgren Scripture says it is more blessed to give than receive (Acts 20:35). How many of us are givers? At first we may think scriptures about giving only refer to giving money to the church. … Continue reading →

Choices change our lives… By Barbara Dahlgren Hebrews 4:16 says, “Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace…” Years ago I heard a sermon about this verse. The preacher wasn’t totally advocating a “name it and claim it,” … Continue reading →

Choices change lives… By Barbara Dahlgren Psalm 118:1 says, “Give thanks to the Lord for He is good. For His mercy endures forever.” Psalm 100:4, 5 says: “Be thankful to God and bless His name. For the Lord is good; … Continue reading →

Choices change lives… By Barbara Dahlgren Procrastination is the name of the game and in my last blog you learned that I am very good at it. So good, in fact, I decided to continue with that theme. I have … Continue reading →

Choices change our lives… By Barbara Dahlgren My ability to procrastinate amazes me. You might say I’ve mastered the art of procrastination— and I don’t recommend it, but I do have to deal with it. I can find more things … Continue reading →

Choices change our lives… By Barbara Dahlgren Most Christians want to serve but don’t know how to avoid spiritual burnout in the process. To be honest, I’m not sure I know how to avoid it either. At one time or … Continue reading →

Choices change our lives… By Barbara Dahlgren Can one be a Christian and have doubts? I think so. Exactly what are doubts? One definition is “feelings of uncertainty.” Most Christians have feelings of uncertainty from time to time – especially … Continue reading →

Choices change our lives… By Barbara Dahlgren I wanted to title this blog “Choose Not to Get Angry,” but I felt that was unrealistic and unbiblical. After all, the definition of anger is an intense emotional state induced by displeasure. … Continue reading →