Category: Reflections and Faith

When physical or emotional pain feels all consuming, it can be hard to stay focused on certain Bible truths, like “God is good”, and “God is loving and faithful.” Consequently it can be tempting to refrain from praise and worship, and wallow in self pity or doubt. And yet choosing this course never helps. In fact it only hinders our healing. So what do we do?

Do not panic or fear, for I am with you. I am your God. I will help you and hold you steady. When you feel anxious or afraid remember this: . . .

It occurred to me recently that our country has experienced something similar to a divorce, "politically speaking ..." I suppose there's always been tension between Democrats and Republicans (and other groups), but for some reason it seems to be getting worse. At least that is what the media would have us think. I know this is not true for everyone. Personally, I have lots of wonderful friends from various political thoughts, and we all get along and care for each other. But there are also lots of people who've experienced incredible heartache over political tensions, and have ended their relationships as a result. Going separate ways is not so much the problem (we are only human), it's more about the inability to get along after a "divorce." This deeply sadness me, mostly because the ones who suffer the most are our children . . . and our future generations. Our children are watching. What are we teaching them in the way we handle our disagreements? Jesus said, "Blessed at the peace makers" (Matthew 5:9). So how do we live peacefully with each other, in the same world, after a "divorce"? Here are 10 tips . . .

Imagine a child laying in bed and saying, "Mommy, please turn on the light, I'm scared." The mother gives her child a warm hug and walks to the light switch to turn it on, but Jesus steps in and says, "Dear Child, I am your light! Why should you be afraid?" . . .

Dear Child, like clay in the hands of the potter, so are you in My hands . . .