We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love. Romans 5:3-5 New Living Translation (NLT) September, twenty years ago, a part of me died. This was the month I should be Continue Reading
Where Can Hope be Found?
What does life look like when we have no hope? I probably don’t need to remind you if you’ve been there. Some of the ways I've experienced is living with fear, wanting to give up, apathy, depression and anger. It’s a sad place to be. I’d like to share today how I found hope. The dictionary defines hope as “to want something to happen.” The Holman Bible Dictionary defines it this way: Trustful expectation, particularly with reference to the fulfillment of God's promises. Biblical hope is Continue Reading
Book Review: The Secret To Hummingbird Cake
The Secret to Hummingbird Cake is about three, very close bonded girlfriends, living in Louisiana. They are 30 and have been friends since grade school. I picked this novel to review because I love hummingbirds and especially hummingbird cake. And I wanted to find out the secret. I was surprised, and delighted, to find out what it was. At no additional cost to you, if you choose to purchase from Amazon through my affiliate link in this post, I may receive a small commission. I Continue Reading