I asked the Lord to show me a verse to pray over my family for 2017 and I want to share it with you. I believe He led me to Isaiah 26:3 which says, “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.” Father, I pray that you would help us to keep our minds set on…
Panic. Dread. Unprecedented Fear. These emotions describe the turmoil in our car just moments before Jorjanne’s first driving lesson.After a quick prayer, I gently instructed her on keeping it between the lines, knowing when to brake and when to speed up. As I did these feelings slowly began to dissipate. Peace and calm gradually filled the space once filled with anxiety and worry. As I’ve…
For many years, a coke bottle from the 1998 Nagano Olympics sat on my mantle. In a curio cabinet I kept a bottle of water from the Jordan River. I didn’t keep these in my home because I was an avid bottle collector, nor for the value of the contents inside. I kept the bottles because of the memories associated with them. A dear friend…
I have decided to participate in a 30 Day Fast from Sugar. Today is only the first day, and I have realized just how much sugar is in my normal diet. It’s everywhere! In preparation for this fast, I’ve been reading about cravings and how to deal with them. While I crave pasta and bread, other friends who are fasting miss soft drinks and chocolate. …
I am proud to share with you a guest post written by my husband, Jeff. Last week, our high school was in lockdown due to a suicide threat. Jeff was working at the school when it happened, and below are some of his reflections on the event. Guest Blogger: Jeff Ford In September of last year, Natalie posted a prayer challenge and this vital information…