Throughout the past however-many years, I’ve occasionally taken up the practice for some period of time to list each day blessings or joys from God, things to be thankful for, places I saw him, etc. This practice has been brought again to the surface through the reading of “One Thousand Gifts” by Ann Voskamp. To… Continue reading A new day
Category: Blessing
In the Little things…
Last night at the Short Course Bible Class on Psalm 34 we talked about noticing (tasting) God all around us, even in the little things. Here are just a few little (and big) places I’ve tasted and seen God the last few days (in no particular order): A fixed closet door New fun colored pens… Continue reading In the Little things…
BLESSED!!!
No words of my own right now, but a few from others I’d like to share. First, this paraphrase of Matthew 5:3-5: You’re blessed when you are out of options, and all you can do is lean on God. Because when you realize your need for God, it is only then that you… Continue reading BLESSED!!!
Vacations are for Detours
I come ‘round the last curve in the road. A smile grows on my face as contentment grows in my soul. If I wasn’t sure before, I’m now convinced that this impromptu detour down “J-Hill” road was a great idea. I can’t wait to get down the drive and park the car, quick turning off… Continue reading Vacations are for Detours
Unable To Count That High
The leftover turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and more fills the fridge. Pies and cookies line the buffet table ready to be eaten as soon as our stomachs can hold another bit of food. Bodies of friends lay asleep in the living room buried under blankets, pillows, and other remnants of last night’s sleepover. … Continue reading Unable To Count That High
Joyfullyblessed… to dig into God’s Word
In the process of handing out nametags and talking to people tonight at short course, I realized that I’ve officially been at First Trinity for three months. I don’t think there’s a better way to celebrate than an awesome opportunity to dig into God’s Word together. :) What a fun night in Philippians 2!… Continue reading Joyfullyblessed… to dig into God’s Word
Joyfullyblessed… By God’s GREAT love!
34 MILLION gallons of water…. That’s how much water can pour over the edge of Niagara Falls each MINUTE. The sights, sounds, and just general experience of going to Niagara Falls is beyond amazing. My friend, Jenn, came to visit from PA this weekend and we ventured into Canada to explore Niagara… Continue reading Joyfullyblessed… By God’s GREAT love!
JB… Two months of Joy and Blessing!
Well, as of yesterday, I’ve officially been in New York for 2 months. In some ways it’s hard to comprehend it’s been that long and in other ways it feels much longer. In any case, I truly am loving life here. As Jason pointed out though, it’s crazy to think that 1/6 of my internship… Continue reading JB… Two months of Joy and Blessing!
Joyfullyblessed … by the “Little” things
While I was in Africa, I was amazed over and over again at how God works even in the littlest things. When I stopped to think about it, I realized that God wasn’t DOING more in Africa, but my eyes were just open to it because of the new situation. Upon my arrival back to… Continue reading Joyfullyblessed … by the “Little” things
surprised & joyfullyblessed to serve
There have been many blessings and joys in the past couple days. One of the biggest surprises from God came yesterday (Sunday) morning. I had a long conversation with someone the night before and was struggling through stuff and long story really short, a very similar topic was spoken on in church the very next… Continue reading surprised & joyfullyblessed to serve
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