Tag Archives: John 16:33

Gonna be trouble with a capital T

Posted on July 16, 2019 by gretchenr17

In June my mom came to visit and we attended a Living Proof Live event with Beth Moore. During an intermission, Mom and I went to check out the bookstore and I found a book by Elisabeth Elliot, Suffering is … Continue reading →

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Clouds and sunshine

Posted on April 10, 2019 by gretchenr17

The past few days here in Nebraska we have had beautiful spring weather. Sunshine and warm breezes in abundance, birds singing in the trees, buds breaking through after a harsh winter, grass turning a vibrant green. Today, more than half … Continue reading →

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convenience

Posted on May 22, 2018 by gretchenr17

We live in a world that strives to make things easier. We have machines that process, plant, pick, prepare, produce, and even purchase on our behalf. Tasks and chores, once done daily by our great-grandparents, are now mechanized, all in … Continue reading →

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take heart

Posted on September 12, 2017 by gretchenr17

To feel encouraged: Take heart. You’ll be done soon, and you won’t have to think about this paper ever again. (Definition of “take heart” from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press). Some days seem more difficult than others, … Continue reading →

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dear heart

Posted on May 25, 2017 by gretchenr17

As an adult, I have found more comfort in the Narnia series by C.S.Lewis than I did as a child. When I first read the series, I found the adventures of Peter, Lucy, Edmond, Susan, and later Eustace and Jill fascinating. I … Continue reading →

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Expect it!

Posted on August 19, 2016 by gretchenr17

A recent devotional entry began with these words, “Expect to encounter adversity in your life, remembering that you live in a deeply fallen world” (Young 241). What a perspective to start my day! And yet. Living my life thinking I should … Continue reading →

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bags, boxes, baskets, and jars

Posted on January 11, 2016 by gretchenr17

I have a thing for containers. I love looking at each item that holds something precious to me whether it is books, needlework, or seashells collected long ago.  Each item holds a part of who I am inside. As believers … Continue reading →

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fairness

Posted on August 20, 2015 by gretchenr17

Fairness, by definition means, the state, condition, or quality of being  fair, or free from bias or injustice; even-handedness (dictionary.com).  In my life I find many people who seek fairness for everyone and every situation.  But with this fairness there is no room for … Continue reading →

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Shifting Sands

Posted on October 5, 2014 by gretchenr17

Bad news comes and so does good news. What do you do when you hear it? Being far away from family and friends, who are scattered from coast to coast, can really challenge my faith. A friend is recovering from … Continue reading →

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Grit, trials, and overcooked broccoli

Posted on November 10, 2012 by gretchenr17

After posting about the blessings I received last week I have been thinking about grit, tenacity, perseverance and the like. “Consider it pure joy my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of … Continue reading →

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