2016, A Year of BIG Surprises, by Janetta Fudge Messmer “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” I Thessalonians 5:16-18 These verses are favorites of mine, and I’ve used them as my blog heading for years. They remind me of what the Lord…
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Thankful for Perspective
I don’t know how to explain it, but I had a feeling in the pit of my stomach 2016 was going to be a long haul. Some things I knew were happening—a wedding in the same time frame as a graduation. A child’s genetic testing. Another child transitioning from high school to college. But, as…
iBloom Black Friday Sale
I’ve mentioned more than once that I have benefited from the people and resources at iBloom for years. Last year I bit the bullet and bought the planner. I was always unsure about it, because it cost a little bit more than others. Now I know why. It’s not only sturdy,…
Thank God for Memory by Patti Shene
THANK GOD FOR MEMORY Two deaths in the space of four months—first my mom in February, then my husband in June—labels 2016 a tough year in my history book. Death of a loved one is never easy, but to experience two losses in such a short period of time is like having the ambulance transporting…
My Thankful List by Jean Ann Williams
My Thankful List by Jean Ann Williams I’m thankful for my Lord and Savior Who drew me from the pit of suicide loss and remolded me to need Him for everything. I love my husband of forty-six years, and who I’ve known since I was eleven when he took me on motorcycle rides with…
Thankful for What God’s Taught Me in 2016 by Darlene Franklin (GIVEAWAY)
Julie’s Note: Darlene has graciously offered to give away one physical copy of her book below. Please leave a comment on what you’ve learned this year and I’ll draw one winner on November 28. *** I’ll make a list of God’s gracious dealings, all the things God has done that need praising, all the generous bounties of God, his…