Learn how gratitude became my lifeline during a challenging bout of illness. Join me in finding hope and strength through simple thankfulness. Read on for a dose of inspiration to brighten your day!
How Gratitude Helped Me Overcome Discouragement
Author: Leila Grandemange
Author and encourager. Soli Deo Gloria.
The Greeting [A Dog Lovers Poem by Joen Noeldechen]
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Photo by Raquel Garcia The Greeting I open the door.You are alreadybounding to the doorwith a wagging tail,flashing teeth,and four prancing paws.Your healing power dissolvesthe most difficult dayfrom memory.A cold nose and warm kisses trigger a child’s laughterfrom my heart.I am a better human for having you in my life.— Joan Noëldechen Recommend reading: A [...]
Are You Happy? [Short, Encouraging Words]
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Are you happy? I mean deep inside where no one else sees. If not, you are not alone. We're all running and chasing after happiness. Sometimes we catch up to her and enjoy her sweetness. Other times, she seems a million miles away and we're left feeling abandoned and discouraged. There are also times she seems so close we can see her face smiling back at us, and yet each time we grab hold of her hand she slips away. Wouldn't it be nice if we could find her, hold on, and never be separated from her? Is this wishful thinking?
I Will Not Be Shaken [Short Encouraging Words]
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“I have set the LORD always before me. Because He is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.”— Psalm 16:8 When you feel alone, unsteady, frazzled, shaken up, pushed to your limits and even crushed, cling to this promise from Psalm 16:8, as if clinging to God Himself: “I have set the LORD [...]
Be Still [Short Encouraging Words]
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“Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 Beloved Child of God . . . Be still. Be present. Be in the moment with a grateful heart. Don’t let your thoughts run ahead. Don't fret and worry . . . Trust God. Trust in his love for you. Trust in his plan. Be [...]
Beautiful Memorial Day Quote [Our Cheer Goes Back to Them …]
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"Our cheer goes back to them, the valiant dead! Laurels and roses on their graves to-day, lilies and laurels over them we lay, and violets o'er each unforgotten head." — Richard Hovey
