Today is my birthday, and I'm thankful to God for giving me life, and offering me the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ. Because Jesus lives in me, The Holy Spirit changes me every year, molding me to become more like Jesus. When you're a Christian, getting older is a reason to celebrate, for we … Continue reading God is The Potter
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Two are Better than One… The Healing Joy of Friendship
Today I am one month into my recovery from back surgery. While I still have pain, I'm getting around a lot better. I love my home, but I start to go stir crazy if I don't get outside to breathe in some fresh, clean air. I've been getting that slightly overwhelming feeling of wondering how … Continue reading Two are Better than One… The Healing Joy of Friendship
It’s Palm Sunday! Rejoice!
Happy Palm Sunday! Here's my crooked little cross made from a palm branch. It's far from perfect; just like me! But I'm redeemed, and Jesus lives in my heart! Therefore, I am forgiven; washed in the blood of the lamb, as clean as purely white, fresh fallen snow! I am 2-1/2 weeks into recovery from … Continue reading It’s Palm Sunday! Rejoice!
Queen Bee Gossip: Sweet as Honey or a Toxic Sting?
What can be done when annoying bees buzz gossip into our ears, casting doubt about a friend or loved one's character? How do you handle it? Do you accept the information as valid and true, or do you go directly to your friend for his or her side of the story? Have you let a … Continue reading Queen Bee Gossip: Sweet as Honey or a Toxic Sting?
Good Trees, Bad Trees, and Fruit
"Buy the truth and do not sell it-- wisdom, instruction and insight as well" (Proverbs 23:23 New International Version). I write The Silver Lining, because I want to share God's truth freely with others. I don't buy into false, worldly teachings; no Christian should. But sometimes Christians start looking and listening to what's out there in … Continue reading Good Trees, Bad Trees, and Fruit
The Heart of a Child Seeks Wisdom
Last night, while praying with my family, and discussing the Proverbs, my seven-year old daughter reminded me that she wanted to read the Proverbs too! Convicted, I realized this was the second night in a row that she had mentioned it to me, and that I had not included her when I had invited my … Continue reading The Heart of a Child Seeks Wisdom
Let God be Your Affirmation… not Fools!
Sometimes I get discouraged, and doubt creeps in. I wonder if my blog is making a difference in other people's lives. There are times of great response, with comments and sharing; and other times there are personal affirmations from others (my favorite) and sometimes silence, when my heart remains grateful to my most encouraging friends! … Continue reading Let God be Your Affirmation… not Fools!
Guest Post by Edith Ohaja: DO NOT NEGLECT THE “LITTLE” THINGS
It is very easy in Christendom today to major on the minor as people say or neglect the things that really count. Some believers don’t feel they are really serving God or doing anything important simply because their names are not seen on billboards or neon lights. They feel God is not pleased with them … Continue reading Guest Post by Edith Ohaja: DO NOT NEGLECT THE “LITTLE” THINGS
10 Questions for Christians Marching for Causes (Series: Social Media Sadness, Badness, and Madness)
Who's right? Who's wrong? As a Christian, how do you know which causes to support, or if you should participate at all? So many people are going in so many different directions, including our brothers and sisters in Christ. There are genuine believers, wandering believers, young believers, old believers, sincere believers, rebellious believers, passionate believers, … Continue reading 10 Questions for Christians Marching for Causes (Series: Social Media Sadness, Badness, and Madness)
Oh Christmas Tree… Let YOUR Lights Shine!
The pre-lit Christmas tree promises “lights that stay lit, even if one goes out.” It doesn’t tell the truth. We’re all familiar with stressful holiday preparations. Everyone knows that a dose of irritation is included, for free, in every box of Christmas tree lights! A few years ago, our family purchased a pre-lit, artificial tree … Continue reading Oh Christmas Tree… Let YOUR Lights Shine!
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