You may have heard it said that each of us view our world through rose-colored glasses, which means we perceive situations or perhaps events as being better than they actually are. I disagree. I think, most often, our perceptions are distorted by a combination of garbage-splattered lenses and curved reflections similar to those displayed by […]
Church had become a painful place for our daughter. She loved Jesus and wanted to grow closer to Him, but she’d experienced deep hurt from His people. Hurts that initiated inner lies like, “I’m not good enough. This faith thing isn’t working for me. God must not be pleased with me.” Every time she entered […]
Imagine forsaking your way of life to answer a call, pouring your life into following God, however He leads, only to learn, at the end of a long, difficult journey, your efforts will eventually come to naught. Those people you prayed for will turn away from God. Those relationships you fought for will fall apart […]
Thank you for your transparency Jennifer. Your words were an answer to prayer for me in dealing with a loved one who has chronic pain. Will you please pray for us as well?
Absolutely, Kelly! I’m sorry your loved one is in pain, but what a blessing that they have you! My husband often says, “I wish I could help you more.” (Though he helps me bunches all the time!) But I always respond, “Help me focus on the good; on joy, on blessings, on fun things ahead.” Never underestimate the power of friendship and humor to lighten a heart. 🙂