by Joanne | Oct 29, 2024 | Let's Have Coffee, Uncategorized
A recent read of 1 John and my mind became focused on two words – “so that”. John used those words as he desired to provide assurance to our faith so that we live wisely and walk faithfully in God’s ways. John tells us, testifies to us,...
by Joanne | Oct 22, 2024 | Let's Have Coffee, Uncategorized
Spending time in the last few chapters of Psalms has been so good for my soul. Sometimes we need to be encouraged to simply give God praise. Amen? The heading on Psalm 146 in my Bible reads:”God Praised for His Help.” We receive help from God every single...
by Joanne | Oct 15, 2024 | Let's Have Coffee, Uncategorized
The news can be so discouraging. Even more so, the words we read on social media. We all have an opinion and we seem to think our opinion is the only right one, therefore, everyone should agree with us. It can get overwhelming at times to realize the level of discord...
by Joanne | Oct 8, 2024 | Let's Have Coffee, Uncategorized
There will never be a single moment in our lives in which God is not faithful in loving us. Psalm 138 brought such encouragement recently. His promises are backed by His Word. “For You have magnified Your word according to all Your name.” (verse 2, NASB))...
by Joanne | Oct 1, 2024 | Let's Have Coffee
As I listen to those around me worry and debate about the election and world events, I find the only way to settle my soul is by reminding myself it is God alone who is in control of all things. These matters are beyond my understanding and control. Quieting myself...
by Joanne | Sep 24, 2024 | Let's Have Coffee
Opening to Psalm 126, I read the heading in my Bible: Remembrance of past blessing. “Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy. They weep as they go to plant their seed,but they sing as they return with the harvest.” (Psalm 126:5-6, NLT)...
