by Joanne | Sep 20, 2022 | Let's Have Coffee
The Old Testament repeatedly tells us of the many times which God’s people wandered, not only physically, but spiritually as well. Their hearts were drawn to other gods, and idols took the place of the one true God. Reading the book of Jeremiah is sobering as...
by Joanne | Sep 13, 2022 | Let's Have Coffee
We need to see with fresh eyes each time we read Scripture. The interactions of the people, both with each other and with Jesus, provides us with practical insight into the way Jesus also desires to interact with each one of us in our present day. Two stories of...
by Joanne | Sep 6, 2022 | Let's Have Coffee
For a few days now, I have gone back to read and reread an account in the Gospel of Luke. Come with me … On a particular Sabbath day, Jesus was found teaching in the synagogue, and present was a man whose right hand was withered. The scribes and Pharisees kept...
by Joanne | Aug 30, 2022 | Let's Have Coffee
“Endure hardship as discipline.†(Hebrews 12: 7, NIV) The problem with this is most of us are not fond of discipline. As a child, I did not enjoy discipline. Being sentenced to my room for a period of time just did not fit into my definition of “funâ€. Having...
by Joanne | Aug 23, 2022 | Encouragement, Let's Have Coffee
Obstacles – they can surely get in the way some days. An obstacle has been defined as “something that obstructs or hinders progress.” It’s the challenge which keeps you from moving forward in the day. We want to be be able to overcome the...
by Joanne | Aug 16, 2022 | Let's Have Coffee
Diamonds. It is interesting to look at them and slowly shift their position. They are multi-faceted, reflectors of light that constantly reveal a new pattern, a new characteristic. The cut of the diamond is what makes a diamond sparkle and shine. A quality cut enables...
