Tag Archives: God’s will

When God Says “No”

There are times when it is impossible for God to give us what we want AND accomplish his will at the same time. Continue reading

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Divine Intermission

There can be a bit of madness in trying to figure out what God is up to in our lives… Continue reading

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Beyond Fire and Pain

Even when I cannot fathom the present moment, I will trust the coming hours to him who holds all things. Continue reading

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Patience, Determination & Humiliation

I’m sure there are things worse than public humiliation; give me a while and I’ll remember what some of them are. Continue reading

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God’s Will

“This is God’s will.” The words carry such weight, such strength, such power. Sometimes they are spoken from the desire to comfort, sometimes from the urge to afflict. Sometimes they soothe the spirit, ease the aching heart. Sometimes they provoke … Continue reading

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When Opportunity Seems Like an Oxymoron

It is not the degree of difficulty that separates good choices from bad choices; it is the likelihood that persistence will yield a harvest worthy of the effort. Continue reading

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