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November 3, 2026
Life Happens
Life happens. Back in February of 2024 I was going to give you info on the preambles of each state's constitution. Obviously I did NOT do that. I may focus on the motto of each state soon, but, as I apologize for the time lapse, I'd like to share a verse of scripture that interests me today. It is I
June 6, 2026
Temptation…
We’ve all been there. We’ve known our weaknesses since we were children. We’ve struggled with temptation for as long as we can remember. We’ve given in, struggled to avoid it, or done our best to resist it. We’ve wrestled with it because of parents, maybe teachers, or even God. However, somehow the temptation
May 9, 2026
Fulfilling ALL Righteousness…
Are you aware that God’s intention for us was a sinless life, one that was righteous and holy? His desire was a spiritual relationship untainted by anything but goodness and blessing. If you check out the first few chapters of the book of Genesis in the Bible, you’ll see that man didn’t understand that. Eve was […]
February 16, 2026
Self ~Discovery…
We are all on a path of discovery. Many times, the things that we discover, are areas of belief that need to be corrected. Such has been my journey! So much of what I believed, created actions or responses that had no true or godly foundation. Thoughts and beliefs of parents, peers, teachers and preachers flooded my […]
January 11, 2026
Praise the Lord!
About a week ago, I was putting some finishing touches on some writing. Emerging from the background of the music I had playing was a song I had memorized years ago. This song had touched my very soul, bringing peace and joy at a time that should have brought some very different emotions. As I […]
January 4, 2026
Where is your focus…?
I was worshiping. The sun was warm on my face. Birds and cicadas were serenading the Creator of the universe. Trees whispered as the warm breeze tugged at their leaves. As I sat in the pool that was close to our apartment, I sang God’s praises. I was grateful for the life He had given […]
December 16, 2025
Jesus’ Birthday… Ever Wonder What to Get Him?
If you’re like most of the population during this season, you’re trying to figure out what to get family and friends for Christmas. After all, it is the season of giving ~ and getting. There’s a special desire to see that look of joy on the face of the receiver. We may settle for a look […]
November 4, 2025
Without Faith…
After a seeming lifetime of belief in God, I was stopped short one day as I read this verse in Hebrews 11:6, “And without faith (Hebrew: moral conviction of religious truth, the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He […]
December 22, 2024
What’s in a Name…?
In today’s society, many names are given because they sound appealing or because a best friend in grade school had the name. It could be that the name has a link to a family member or a person of renown in history. Some choose names because they’ve belonged to wise men or women, or to […]
December 13, 2024
God’s family…
To those of us who say we are part of God’s Family, what will our focus be for Jesus’ birthday? I asked one of my grandchildren the other day what they would be giving Jesus for His special day and there was silence for awhile. Then I shared the Truth of His great sacrifice for […]
December 11, 2024
The sacrifice…
Suppose you were told that there was a child in need of a new heart. Your own heart goes out to parent and child alike. You may not know the child but you know you want to do everything you can to save that child’s life. After all, you have a child about the same […]
October 30, 2024
Don’t waste ’em…
Time. It’s a measure of life that we’ve been given, and it is all too fragile. We make choices every day regarding time…when do we awaken or go to sleep, how long do we spend on a project or hobby? Sometimes our time is not really our own and we have to abide by another’s […]
October 15, 2024
Whose Side are You On?
This is a tough post for me. I have prayed about it and grieved over it. There is an ache in my heart, and it is for the Body of Christ. I feel this ache in my very bones… Many of you, even those that I love dearly, may not agree with what I am […]
October 4, 2024
Choice…
I’m in the process of writing a book. In it I deal with pieces of my past. It isn’t always easy to watch loved ones make decisions that you know will cost them…. decisions that may forever change their lives. I’ve watched as opportunities were
September 30, 2024
Surrender…
Surrender….
September 30, 2024
Surrender…
We all fail the people we love… the people who love us. What we do with that failure will make all the difference. Today, I’ve chosen to give it all to God! He knows my weaknesses and my flaws. He didn’t make me that way,
August 26, 2024
Isaiah 12…
Feeling like God isn’t listening? Like Isaiah, we may feel God is ignoring us or is angry with us, but when we look past our feelings, we see His heart, full of love for each of us… always ready to save, to hear, to heal and forgive. Consider Isaiah’s words…
August 13, 2024
Atrocity…
By definition, ” an extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury.” This word has been used to describe
October 7, 2023
Stuff Happens…
Many of you may have strong feelings regarding my last post, but I want you to know that no matter what happens to any of us in this life, GOD CARES…. AND HE doesn’t BRING the stuff!!! God loves us. He loves the WORLD. He loves us in the middle of the mess and the […]
October 7, 2023
What is There to Fear…?
…if My God supplies all my needs according to HIS riches in Glory? That same Good Shepherd tells me, as His sheep, that I won’t have reason to want anything because he makes me rest in lush green pastures where I can feast whenever I want. Now, how great is that? The God I love promises to take […]
September 25, 2023
“Thy Kingdom Come…”
A familiar verse to many, this part of the Lord’s Prayer has a deep meaning for me. Years ago I was reading this passage in my King James version of the Bible, and I noticed something I’d never noticed before. I’d spent my life quoting this prayer and had always said, “… Thy Kingdom come, […]
September 24, 2023
My Source…
Life has a way of creating need. Time, Money, Health. Friends. The list goes on. But I am learning not to be concerned with any need that I have. You see, I’ve been given a promise by the Creator of the Universe. He says that He will supply all my needs according to His riches […]
April 17, 2022
WAKE UP, AMERICA!!!
There are many of us who agree with the truth about our country, spoken by people like John Voight. See http://www.staged.com/video?v=x4u. His courage is astounding in light of Hollywood today. But what are we, “the people,” doing about it? Talk is cheap. I’m sure there were many in Germany who discussed what was taking place in […]
January 31, 2022
Have a Need…?
“And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19, NIV) Have a need? Talk to God. He has riches we may NEVER be able to comprehend in our flesh. But, once you become His child, His desire is to provide for your needs, according to HIS […]
January 13, 2022
WOW…!
It’s been awhile since my last post. I have been in a battle for the renewing of my mind and the transforming of my body. Many of you have read Romans 12 in the Bible, which is a favorite chapter of mine. Periodically I return to this chapter for a deeper look and a greater […]
December 12, 2021
Does God Care About Me…?
We had an amazing time at Sunshine Acres yesterday morning with our choir, A Glimpse of Heaven, from Living Word Bible Church in Mesa, AZ! I asked God if He had a word for our choir before we sang and after leading me to Psalm 139:19, I asked, “What does this have to do with […]
December 9, 2021
Are you full of joy today…?
Are you full of joy this season… or are you rushed and frustrated, pulled and pushed, trying to find more time and peace of mind? If you’re in the latter group, be encouraged! The Word of God says that the joy of the LORD is our strength! It’s not my joy or your joy, it’s […]
September 13, 2021
Valuable…
“You are valuable just because you exist. Not because of what you do or what you have done, but simply because you are…. Just think about the way Jesus honors you… and smile.” Max Lucado How much did Jesus restore? ALL THINGS!!! And He was doing what His Father wanted! GOD loves us, wants to […]
September 4, 2021
Joy… Strength?
Many of you have heard the verse from the Bible found in Nehemiah 8:10, “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” Sounds funny right? How can joy bring strength, even if it is from the Lord? Well, to really understand, we have to know what was going on in the life of Nehemiah. He […]
August 29, 2021
Organization…
Love rearranging furniture? Love filing and creating order out of chaos? It has never felt like my forte, but I know that I am better at it today than I was a year ago. It is so good to know that organization is an ongoing part of learning. As I trust the Holy Spirit to teach […]
August 25, 2021
WOW…
Does anyone else find that you can blink and find a whole week gone? Well, I have! But I am becoming much more aware of taking one day at time. I’m being challenged to cut out those things that I have said “yes” to without thought or prayer. I am loving sitting in front of […]
May 16, 2021
He Hovered…
Hover. It’s a strange word. Merriam-Webster says it means, “Flutter. To move to and fro. To be in an uncertain state.” In nature, butterflies and hummingbirds hover to gather nectar and then move on. Hovering allows provision from the flowers and protection to avoid a predator. More often we hear the word and think of helicopters poised […]
May 4, 2021
And That’s What I Believe…
Visit me as I muse. It’s part of my new blogging process. You may agree. You may not. But my prayers will be with you as you ponder what you believe….
May 4, 2021
In the Beginning…
Have you ever truly thought about the beginning of all things? Maybe you believe that there was a chemical explosion and everything just happened. Perhaps you believe that there had to be more organization than that. Do thoughts about why and how and what and when this universe began send you reeling? If so, you are not alone! There are many […]
May 3, 2021
A New Season…
Did you ever spend time with God and find that He just turned your world upside down? Maybe you’ve been searching for answers and now there are so many you’re not quite sure of your question. What about those times when the best of all answers arrives when you weren’t even asking a question… you were just […]
March 10, 2021
Today…
I’ve been thinking about the future. As I shared in the last post, there is great change coming. In my experience, change has not always been pleasant. Change brings the good and the bad in life. Change requires decision and action. Change means facing ourselves in a new way and seeing the truth. Change makes us […]
March 4, 2021
Change…
Wow! It’s been a couple of months since I last shared my thoughts with you. A lot has happened since the first of the year and I will share as God allows. Suffice it to say that much has changed and dreams are beginning to be realized. Vision and prophesy continue to unfold and my […]
January 4, 2021
What Will You Attract in 2011…?
As I think about the year ahead, I am reminded of the principle of sowing (planting) and reaping (harvesting) that God placed in His universe. Proverbs 11:18 says, “… he who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.” Proverbs 22:8 says, “He who sows wickedness reaps trouble.” The apostle Paul reiterates this in his letter to […]
December 31, 2020
A Childhood Memory…
This morning I awakened early and, as I was preparing coffee, I found myself singing Cinderella’s “A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes.” The first line is, “A dream is a wish your heart makes, when you’re fast asleep.” It gave me pause… What is your first thought in the morning? Is it of […]
December 28, 2020
Chapter 4… Last Chapter Available Before Publishing…?
“My earliest remembrance of my childhood is sketchy, at best. There are snapshots of my much-loved and tattered “Lambie,” of an attic that was entered through a door in my room, of sleeping…” If you want to see this chapter, go to the “Memories and Milestones” section!
December 28, 2020
More about One24…
If you have not had the opportunity to visit the website, what are you waiting for? This amazing company is set up to bless… physically and financially! If you need either type of blessing, visit today! If there is anything I am learning in this life, it is to avoid pre-judging anything. NO ONE can […]
December 27, 2020
Memories…
It always takes me a few days to process one Christmas memory that I have tucked in the “too-tough-to-handle-on-Christmas-Day” section. It has to do with my mom… On December 25th, 1995, my children and I visited my mom in the hospital. The second stroke she had resulted in pneumonia. I have had to forgive those involved […]
December 26, 2020
Better Late Than Never…
Well, even though this greeting was prepared on the 21st, it’s the day after Christmas and, due to last-minute grocery needs, food preparation and some fun with our grandchildren, I neglected to send it until now! I trust that each celebration with family and friends was filled with joy and love! May your New Year be […]
December 23, 2020
Hope…
I have snatches of a memory long forgotten this holiday. In it I see festive Christmas decoration, lovely furnishings, pink ballet toe-shoes… and a little girl in a wheelchair. Her hair was almost pitch-black, but there was sadness on her face… the kind of sadness that sets deep in one’s soul. The wheelchair didn’t seem […]
December 22, 2020
More Christmas Thoughts…
I was looking through some “clip art” trying to find just the right thing for a project I was working on today and the Holy Spirit showed me, as He so often does, another bit of revelation… a symbol of Christmas, mirrored some thirty years after Christ’s birth, in a symbol of His death. The object was […]
December 21, 2020
“In the year that King Uzziah died…
… I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe filled the temple. Above it stood seraphim… And one cried to another and said; Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of Hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory!” (Isaiah 6:1-3) This is the God […]
December 20, 2020
Today…
Today I spent time with a precious and mighty woman of God praying for the women’s ministries of our church, made a bank deposit, worked on getting the oil off our driveway, did some laundry, pulled apart closets and scoured the garage looking for a strong box that I cannot find which contains some very important papers, […]
December 18, 2020
Missing My Dad…
My dad would have been 92 last week. He was an amazing person… still is… in Heaven! But I have missed spending 38 Christmases with him. I remember so many things about him at Christmas… trimming the tree we chose together while Mom was busy creating favorites holiday treats and filling the air with the […]
December 16, 2020
Givers-Extraordinaire…
Last weekend I was able to spend time with some wonderful women who have a heart for giving and serving. There were two groups at this function and both deserve high praise!
December 14, 2020
Who…?
This morning I was reading Isaiah and I reached the part in chapter 6, verse 8 where Isaiah “… heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send and who shall go for Us?’” and Isaiah replied, ‘Here am I. Send me.” This was a straightforward question from the God of the universe. […]
December 10, 2020
Elaborate Beauty for an Elaborate Gift…
I spent last evening surrounded by beauty and elegance in…
December 4, 2020
This was originally sent as an email… “Thanks, Bob”
“Jack took a long look at his speedometer before slowing down: 73 in a 55 zone. Fourth time in as many months.. How could a guy get caught so often? When his car had slowed to 10 miles an hour, Jack pulled over, but only partially. Let the cop worry about the potential traffic hazard.. Maybe […]
December 3, 2020
Reflecting on Christmas…
Reflecting on Christmas….
December 3, 2020
Reflecting on Christmas…
As I decorate our tree for this wonderful Holiday, I am reminded of the reason that we celebrate. It is the day we remember Jesus’ Birthday, pure and simple! Some people
November 30, 2020
Andie’s Isle…
Check out this amazing website… Andie’s Isle! You WON’T be disappointed!!! I just viewed “Magnificent” and it truly IS!!! God’s creation captured by a very gifted photographer is beyond description! Visit! You’ll be glad you did!
November 29, 2020
Joseph… a Godly Step-Dad…
I’ve often thought about Jesus’ step-dad. The thoughts usually come when I am thinking about Mary and all the misunderstanding and tongue-wagging that probably surrounded her after her pregnancy became known. But just as Mary was likely misunderstood, the same would be true of her betrothed. Just to clarify, I was not there. But I […]
November 27, 2020
Preparation…
Now that we have given thanks for all of God’s gifts to us and, hopefully, enjoyed our time with family and friends, it is time to begin to prepare our hearts for the celebration of our Saviour’s birth. Jesus didn’t have to take His Majestic Spirit form and squeeze it into a cramped womb. He […]
November 25, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving…!
”Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise.Be thankful to Him, and bless His name. For the Lord is GOOD; His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endures to all generations.” Psalm 100:4,5 (CAPS mine!) Be blessed this Thanksgiving Day and remember the One who showers you with all your blessings… […]
November 24, 2020
Regrets…
About a week ago I had a comment from someone named Ron Abbas. I accepted his comment but had no time to check out his blog. Regrettably, I read the blog today and trashed the comment since this man is opposed to the nation of Israel. I AM NOT an enemy of Israel… I LOVE the […]
November 24, 2020
Wounds…
I’ve spent the last week with a split on my finger. I have treated it with antibiotic cream. I have used hand lotion. I have unsuccessfully tried to avoid water. This split begins to close and then, BAM!, I smack it on something or something pokes it. I put my hand in my pocket and […]
November 23, 2020
Full of Thanks and Giving…?
Some refer to this time of year as the season of giving thanks… I’m wondering if God wants giving thanks to happen at a certain time of the year or every day of the year? Is it possible to walk through our day missing opportunities to thank others or, more importantly, to thank God for […]
November 23, 2020
Were you waiting…?
If you’ve read the first two chapters, here’s Chapter 3 of “Memories and Milestones!” If not, go to the tab at the top of the page and start at the beginning!
November 14, 2020
Blessing…
I just read a book by William T. Ligon, Sr. It’s title, Imparting the Blessing, was a reminder to me of one of the great responsibilities of parenthood… blessing your child. Pastor Ligon reminded me that God’s example of blessing, recorded in Genesis 1:28, and His command to the priests of Israel to bless the […]
November 11, 2020
Psalm 37:3-6…
“Trust in the Lord, and do good; dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness. Delight yourself in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass. He shall bring forth your righteousness as […]
October 28, 2020
Forgiveness…
Yesterday I was reminded of my need to forgive… always and without fail! I know something is important when God says the same thing several times… Women’s Bible Study, Prayer Meeting, the next chapter in my book, the passage that He has me read! He made it clear that forgiveness is not for the other […]
October 27, 2020
Time…
I keep thinking that I will have time every day to post something that blesses or is thought-provoking… hopefully inspirational. Time seems to escape me some days! Yesterday my parents would have been married 68 years…! They loved each other purposefully… and with every ounce of their beings. Dad left too soon, at only 54 […]
October 20, 2020
First Fruits…
In the Old Testament we read about the “first fruits…” the first portion of the very best that we have. I find that when I give God the first part of my day, the untouched canvas of the rest of my life, that He takes it and multiplies that time that I gave Him! He […]
October 14, 2020
2 Chronicles 16:9…
“For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him.” Want to have Him showing Himself strong on your behalf? Then believe His Word! Do not believe Him to be a liar… believe that His Word is […]
October 12, 2020
Spilling Over…
Thank you, Holy Spirit, that as You fill me with Yourself, Your presence in my life spills over and splashes others. As I bump into family, friends, neighbors and those I have yet to meet, may Your presence be known and may I never miss an opportunity to share You with another. Let me hear […]
October 12, 2020
More New Stuff :o)
Visit the area that begins, “Who I Am Because….” Each member of God’s family should read this! Every verse applies to you and resounds with God’s grace, His plan for His children and the restoration that came because of Jesus’ sacrifice on Calvary! Read this daily and begin to walk with God as He intended […]
October 11, 2020
NEW! For those who are reading my book…
Check out Chapter 2 under “Memories and Milestones…!” Please let me know what you think… I welcome the opportunity to grow!
October 4, 2020
Important…!!! Correction of my One24 email address…!
PLEASE accept my apologies! If there are any of you who have seen the information on One 24, I must correct an error! I gave you an email address of deebee@gmail.com which is incorrect! The actual address is deebee124@gmail.com!!! My most heartfelt apologies to the Gmail owner who HAS the “deebee” address! I would never have shared […]
September 30, 2020
Check It Out…
Like poetry? Just added “Choice… ” under the heading Poetry and Prose. I welcome your opinion!
September 28, 2020
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September 20, 2020
Time…
If people really believe that time is precious, why do they spend so much of it on nothing? Time is a gift from God. We are to use it wisely… we never know how much we have left! Let’s make the most of what He has given us… It only comes one day at a […]
September 11, 2020
Receive…
I am constantly amazed at God. He gives us gifts all the time. Every day we enjoy the beauty of His creation. Spring brings the smell of rich soil and fragrant flowers. Summer brings long, warm days and nights filled with the sound of crickets and the soft glow of fireflies. Autumn brings the smell […]
September 9, 2020
God’s love…
Are you used to having the son rise every morning, even if it is behind some clouds? Are you sure that gravity will keep you on the ground
September 7, 2020
God is Good…
That God is good is truth… That some believe that He is not, is the greatest lie of God’s enemy. Believe the truth or believe the lie… Either way, the truth will never be anything but the truth and any lie will eventually crumble under it. Believe now or believe later… the only difference is whether […]
September 2, 2020
Part 2 is ready…!
The second part of Deception… Perception… Reception… is ready to read! Please view it under “Thoughts on God and His Word.”
September 1, 2020
Who Am I…?
“I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works and that my soul knows very well. My frame was not hidden from You when I was made in
August 29, 2020
Peace…
It seems we all want peace, but we don’t want to remember the bloodshed that makes it possible… My prayer is that intercessors everywhere will ask God what He wants for our nation… our world… and stand in agreement with it. Once we side with God, all the rest of it is a breeze! May […]
August 26, 2020
Deception… Perception… Reception…
See Part 1 of this blog in “Thoughts on God and His Word.”
August 23, 2020
Deception… Perception… Reception…
Over the next little while, I will be giving a slant on John 3 that you may not have thought of before. Many are familiar with this passage of scripture as the one where Nicodemus, a Jewish ruler of Jesus’ day, comes to Jesus to ask a few questions. In this passage, we find the […]
August 19, 2020
Some days…
Some days are beautiful and bright and full of promise! Some days are cloudy and rainy and full of cold, wintry conditions. Some days are in-between, neither hot nor cold and filled with the normalcy of life. No matter how your day begins, always remember that God gives you a fresh canvas and a palette […]
August 18, 2020
Are you willing…?
Are there days when you feel unloved and unlovely? Are there times when you sense that the smallest of creatures is more important than you are? Are there moments when the word “invisible” seems to best describe you? If you’ve ever
August 17, 2020
Resting…
Today is a day when I feel swallowed up by God… as if He was a thick blanket full of warmth and fragrance and softness. In this place I am safe and comforted and I like it here.
August 11, 2020
STILL Under Construction…
We are experiencing some technical difficulties getting the pages set up the way I want them, so posting is going to have to wait. BUT,
July 29, 2020
Uncertainty…
In this day of uncertainty, we look around us and wonder how we will survive the economic crisis, the unrest of foreign nations, the ever-present threat of terror in our own nation and the many daily troubles that beset each of us. In this environment, it is hard to avoid worry;
July 16, 2020
Does anyone care…?
Did you ever feel like no one really knows who you are or what you’re about or why you’re here… not even you? Has the thought ever crossed your mind that,
July 14, 2020
Under Construction…
New projects aren’t always the stuff of dreams, but they afford a sense of accomplishment like none other. This blog is just such a project and brings with it a joy I never thought possible. Eventually this blog will house different creative forms, but the first, named “Hugs From My Creator….” will be coming soon! So look for these […]
July 12, 2020
Loneliness…
Have you ever felt overwhelmed with life? Is loneliness your best friend? Have you been to the end of yourself and back again? Does life make sense in the way that you would want it to make sense? The Psalmist, David, could relate to your feeling of loneliness and despair.
July 10, 2020
My Purpose…
It is my purpose to share words of encouragement and hope
July 10, 2020
The joy of new birth!!!
Wow! Who would have thought that I would be blogging? The writing is the easy part… it’s the set up that is a little daunting! Thanks to WordPress, however, this process was easier than I thought and I will continue to learn with their excellent tutorial. This site will be accomplishing its purpose soon, but today […]