I've learned that whenever I try to post for "The Silver Lining," that something bad seems to happen to try and discourage me...just like it did tonight. Honestly, it makes me want to see red! I realize that it's because the devil hates what I am doing to share God's truth, and help people find … Continue reading "Sit on a Tack"
Stop Worrying
My daughter and I have a deep connection. We are both able to calm each other, when either is upset. This week, I was feeling stressed, because I couldn't find one of her school books. She was doing her schoolwork, and in a matter-of-fact tone said, "Mommy, you are just worrying about something you don't … Continue reading Stop Worrying
When Envy Tries to Visit, Tell Her to Pick up Her Toys, and Go Home!
“Make your daughter the envy of all her friends!” As my computer screen displays the advertisements from furniture stores, I’m disgusted, instead of deceived. The sellers want me to buy their bed, so my daughter's friends will feel bad. Why would I want to do that? I just want a comfortable place for her to sleep. When her friends … Continue reading When Envy Tries to Visit, Tell Her to Pick up Her Toys, and Go Home!
God’s Scriptures on Sexual Abuse are Written in Black and White…Not Grey
By Angela Royse Pelleman Confusion and Lies This Valentine’s Day, everyone is talking about the movie that glamorizes a sexually abusive relationship. I don’t even want to write the title, Fifty Shades of Grey. As God quickly gave me words and verses to share, I started wondering: Do they really know that’s it’s wrong, and … Continue reading God’s Scriptures on Sexual Abuse are Written in Black and White…Not Grey
Encourage One Another
It's wonderful that we can call on our friends to pray with us, and for us, when we are struggling during hard times. We should never be too proud to ask for prayer. Knowing you've been lifted up in prayer is so encouraging. When I know friends are praying for me, it helps me to … Continue reading Encourage One Another
Freedom from Bullies for the New Year and Beyond
I've had discussions with plenty of friends about bullies this year. Bullies can be found everywhere and anywhere you go. They are in the workplace, neighborhoods, and schools. They can even be found in homes and churches. Some bullies disguise themselves as nice people, hoping to be seen as moral, upstanding members of society. “These … Continue reading Freedom from Bullies for the New Year and Beyond
New Year’s Prayers
Instead of making New Year's resolutions,consider prayers. When we make resolutions which result in broken promises to ourselves, guilt sneaks in and and begins to condemn us. That's not how God wants us to start off the new year! He wants to bless us with peace and joy. Pray, and ask God what work He … Continue reading New Year’s Prayers
Disappearing Snowman Cake…Turning Away Temptation
It was Thanksgiving, a beautiful white Thanksgiving Day with fluffy, fresh snow on the ground. My daughter decided on making a snowman cake for dessert, instead of one shaped like a turkey. It sounded good to me, and it would be lots easier. All we needed were two round circles. I baked them early, and … Continue reading Disappearing Snowman Cake…Turning Away Temptation
Jealousy? God Gave the Biggest and Best Christmas Gift to Us ALL!
Do you sometimes have trouble being happy for someone else's joyful experience? Or, do you know someone who is having trouble being happy for you? It doesn't feel good! That's because the flesh is taking over, allowing jealousy to harass us. But we can take our stormy cloud of jealousy to God. We can confess … Continue reading Jealousy? God Gave the Biggest and Best Christmas Gift to Us ALL!
Forgiving from Afar
Did you know that forgiving someone does not mean that person must be in your life?God wants to heal our broken hearts. People need be surrounded by love to heal. You cannot heal while remaining in an abusive relationship. But Jesus can help us forgive people, even when they are far away. We can trust … Continue reading Forgiving from Afar
The Silver Lining 