forgiveness
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Often in life, we think our spouse’s faults are greater than ours. We dwell on what is wrong with everyone else, but not with ourselves. The truth is, love doesn’t constantly find fault. Love doesn’t get its pride hurt every time someone doesn’t make you feel like the most important person in the room. Love… Read more
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Do you check your spirit? In Luke 18:9-14, the Pharisee prays self-righteously, boasting about his religious practices, including fasting twice a week and paying tithes. In contrast, the tax collector humbly prays for mercy, and Jesus highlights the tax collector’s humility. So many times, we worship and seek after the wrong things. I know this… Read more
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Sometimes life’s disappointing cuts have caused me unbearable pain. I have cried out in agony, begging for relief. But the hurt lingers on sometimes for days, months, even years. We have all felt the pain of betrayal, rejection or disappointment. The hurt is real, the pain intense. We wonder, why? How? But even if we… Read more
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I was brought up in a Pentecostal Church where power through the baptism of the Holy Spirit was central to our religion. When I turned 30 I began to hunger and thirst for more of God, to know Him, to know His love. I began studying His word, digging deeper and deeper and praying more… Read more
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Today I ask Bobby could we ride to the mini Walmart in West Athens and then on the way back stop by Willie’s and pick up some chicken for our dinner. He said “or fish?” In other words, he wanted Captain D’s instead. I relented, reluctantly and said “Momma would probably rather have fish too,… Read more
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Late night thoughts:I remember the first time I saw my husband. My first impression was “he’s a wonderful father. “ This fact mesmerized me. I wanted more than anything to be with a man who would be a loving father who put his family first.He did. He always has.Is he perfect? No!Does he have issues?… Read more
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In the early 1970’s my Grandpaw had a lake and a pond dug out on the farm in Looneyville. The lake was for fishing and swimming. The pond was for the cows to wade in and drink from. He built a fish fry/barbecue pit pavilion next to the lake. The lake also had a T… Read more
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My brother DeWayne was known for his comedic talent. He could quickly respond with funny remarks. If Momma was mad about something and fussing and yelling, He could have her laughing in just a minute. Not me. If ever opened my mouth all I ever did was make her angrier.One day after he had calmed… Read more
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I enjoy the art of hand embroidery. It is a favorite hobby of mine. I love the challenge of pulling together stitch after stitch of various colors to create beauty. The work can be tedious and I must admit I do as much unstitching as I do stitching in order to make sure all of… Read more
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I have been blessed with four intelligent, beautiful and independent daughters. This was my goal! This was my desire. I never wanted them to suffer the heartache and stress I had experienced. I prayed, I worked hard to make sure they had a good stable life. We went to church every Sunday as a family.… Read more
For Real, Elaine?! 