Author Archives: Barbara

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 →

We are exhorted to encourage one another and build each other up. (1 Thessalonians 5:5) Ephesians 4:29 says, “Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying that it may … Continue reading →

Keeping your word is almost unheard of today. Sadly, we have come to expect and accept this. The tragedy of not keeping your word is that eventually no one will believe you even though you are telling the truth. The … Continue reading →

Balance is a part of our daily lives. We want to eat a balanced diet, send our kids to schools with a balanced curriculum, and balance our check books. Balance holds us steady and allows us to cope with life. … Continue reading →

Our society equates love with an emotional roller coaster ride or a feeling that we can’t live without a certain person. Some think love is all about sex. Although sex can be a part of true love those who equate … Continue reading →