Aug

20

Bible Verses in Regards to Death

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There has been a lot of death and sorrow in my family lately and I needed something that would give me encouragement to go on living my life as “normal” as possible.

I am a strong believer in the phrase “Everything happens for a reason” and I know that we all have our own, individual, purpose, according to God’s will. Even still it is hard to deal with all of the sadness going on around me…especially with those I love and care for dearly. Read more

Aug

18

Am I A Fireman Yet?

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In Phoenix , Arizona , a 26-year-old mother stared down at her 6 year old son, who was dying of terminal leukemia.

Although her heart was filled with sadness, she also had a strong feeling of determination. Like any parent, she wanted her son to grow up & fulfill all his dreams. Now that was no longer possible. Read more

Aug

18

A TEENAGER’S VIEW OF HEAVEN

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17-year-old Brian Moore had only a short time to write something for a class. The subject was what Heaven was like. “I wowed ‘em,” he later told his father, Bruce. “It’s a killer. It’s the bomb. It’s the best thing I ever wrote..” It also was the last. Read more

Jun

18

My Tata’s Passing…

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I spoke to my Nana this morning and she said the doctor explained to her about the pain my Tata was in and asked if she would like for them to continue treatment and testing. Read more

May

30

Be the Encourager

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As she stood in front of her 5th grade class on the very first day of school, she told the children an untruth.  Like most teachers, she looked at her students and said that she loved them all the same.  However, that was impossible, because there in the front row, slumped in his seat, was a little boy named Teddy Stoddard. Read more

May

22

Our prayers go out to Steven Curtis Chapman and his entire family.

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As many of you may know, Steven Curtis Chapman is a contemporary Christian artist. His music has inspired me in many ways. As a matter of fact, the song, “Cinderella” is my husband’s favorite song. Read more