Author Archives: Barbara

While we may not be able to control everything that happens to us, we are still responsible for how we think, act, feel and respond in any given situation.  At times our choices may be limited, but we can still … Continue reading →

We live in a society that does not want to accept responsibility for bad choices. If a person smokes and gets cancer, it’s the tobacco industry’s fault. If a person shoots someone, it’s the gun manufacturer’s fault. If a person … Continue reading →

Mark Twain once said, “Don’t complain and talk about all your problems. Eighty percent of people don’t care; the other twenty percent will think you deserve them.” There’s a lot of wisdom in that statement. The Bible admonishes us to … Continue reading →

Mother’s Day is a week away. Did you know the biblical command to honor our mother is not just a suggestion? (Exodus 20:12) For those of us who had loving, nurturing mothers this seems like a no brainer. Not everyone … Continue reading →

Last time we discussed the importance of listening to others. The old adage about God giving us one mouth and two ears so we should probably be listening more than talking still rings true. However there are times when we … Continue reading →

Most everyone wants to talk, express their thoughts and opinions. People have an innate need to be heard, listened to. Swiss psychiatrist Paul Tournier wrote, “It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, … Continue reading →

In this process of learning to “let go and let God,” one thing hard to let go of is our desire to control others and every situation. God is the one we should want to be in control. Yet most … Continue reading →

Many of us are familiar with the old adage: Let go and let God. However, most would admit it’s easier said than done. Since it’s hard to determine when to let go in life, we tend to hold onto everything. … Continue reading →

Jesus tells us in John 11:25-26, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies.”   Then Jesus asks, “Do you believe this?” (v. 26) Well…. do you believe this? I think … Continue reading →

Years ago I heard a story about a wealthy woman who advertised for a new driver. She asked the three applicants this question: “How close to a cliff could you drive?” The first man said he could drive within an … Continue reading →