Tag Archives: adversity

Give Your Marriage at Least Fifty-years

What happens after the honeymoon?  Reality sets in.  The husband and wife begin to let down their guard and show their true colors.  The marriage vows were laid on a sure foundation of true love and commitment or on the … Continue reading

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Waiting is Not a Game

(How well our  heavenly Father  teaches us this truth as we experience the trials of this life.  The original article with this title (below) was written almost five  years ago while we were waiting for Jerry’s healing after the amputation of his leg. … Continue reading

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The Spirit and Heart of God’s Grace

Dear child of God, As I look upward to our Lord Jesus Christ, Who sits enthroned in sovereignty and majesty, Ruling over all things, My spirit cries, “Abba, Father.”  My hope and trust is in Him.  At the same time … Continue reading

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The Saints of God are Never Lucky

 The saints—children of God— are never lucky. We are blessed, whether in good times or adversity. And since we depend on God and not “luck” we are never “unlucky,” so Friday the 13th, which is supposed to be an “unlucky” … Continue reading

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A Burst of Grace

Adversities and events of the last several years kept me wondering if Jerry and I would celebrate a 50th year together.  Even as we planned and neared that day on July 28 it was with a little anxiety.  Lee, our … Continue reading

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