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October #jammed: Free Grace. Day 287: Small but fierce. “I took a moment to take it all in.” Proverbs 24:32 Little arms outstretched and wide-open smiles of excitement always greet me when I substitute at the local elementary school. The feeling is mutual. There’s so much to learn from little people. It’s no wonder God tells us to […]
October #jammed: Free Grace. Day 285: Unproductive conversation. “The Holy Spirit will give you the words to say at the moment when you need them.” Luke 12:12 (VOICE) Today’s verse assures us that if we will slow our speech enough to hear, the Holy Spirit will give us godly words to say. Although it may not be originally purposed to […]
October #jammed: Free Grace. Day 284: Seeing through to the other side. God is our shelter and our strength. When troubles seem near, God is nearer, and He’s ready to help. So why run and hide? Psalm 46:1 Walking down the pier in the fog feels a little like taking my life in my own hands. Even though I’ve walked that […]
October #jammed: Free Grace. Day 283: There, always. “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” Matthew 6:33 The powder blue carpet was indented from the last set of furniture to reside upon it. Windows streamed in moonlight and walls half-filled with pink flowers looked back at […]
October #jammed: Free Grace. Day 281: More than we deserve. “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” James 1:5 NIV “That’s not fair.” “That’s NO fair.” “How did she get to-“ stomp off… “I wasn’t allowed to do that!!” In […]
October #jammed: Free Grace. Day 280: Straightforward and fair. Because you have so little faith. Matthew 17:20 My kids hardly ever take my word for anything. Are you sure? I can hear their minds calculating what they know against what I am saying. How do I know she’s not pulling my leg? They visibly consider their opinions superior to […]
October #jammed: Free Grace. Day 279: The Good “No.” Barak told her, “I will go, but only if you go with me.” Judges 4:8 We teach our kids “just say no,” and to stick up for themselves, but then tell them to accept everyone. It’s confusing, and a perfect reflection of an imperfect world. It doesn’t get any easier to […]
October #jammed: Free Grace. Day 278: Sweet tooth for grace. “ And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 NLT Sugary dust remained at the end of another box of sour and sweet candy tarts. As I write, wait, […]
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