I messed up. Last week, I hurt a friend's feelings... a beautiful friend; who supports me, encourages me, and makes me laugh out loud! I threw out some advice which hadn't been sought, with the hopeful intention of making life a little better for her. She hadn't asked for it though. She has before, but … Continue reading The Healing Power of an Apology
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The Silver Lining I Love Easter Giveaway!
I love Easter! I love giving presents! The Silver Lining is giving away a brand new copy of my favorite devotional: Jesus Calling, by Sarah Young, bound in turquoise imitation leather (my favorite color)! Also included, is an itty bitty leatherette journal necklace (made by me; well... not the journal itself, but I put it … Continue reading The Silver Lining I Love Easter Giveaway!
Healing is a Journey…
Your healing may not come all at once. God first has many important things to teach you. These lessons are necessary for your growth as a Christian, and will prepare you for the greater spiritual battles you will face on earth. While you wait to be healed, ask God what He wants you to learn … Continue reading Healing is a Journey…
The Unexpected Joy of REST
I never expected God would fill me up with so much joy, at the exact same time I'd be recovering from major back surgery! I'm two weeks into recovery, and God has been lighting up my life! Now don't get me wrong... it hurts! The pain is intense. Just when I think the pain is … Continue reading The Unexpected Joy of REST
Healing Wounds of Narcissism… a New Beginning
The Silver Lining is all about finding hope and encouragement in Jesus, so you can be healed, and find the freedom and joy God wants you to have! For the joyful month of April, The Silver Lining theme is: HEALING. After all, Easter is a celebration of new beginnings; new life in Jesus Christ, who … Continue reading Healing Wounds of Narcissism… a New Beginning
The Family that Prays Together…
Yesterday marked one week into my recovery from back surgery. God announced His goodness by giving me a beautiful, sunny spring day to enjoy! I was so happy and excited! My twin young men cleaned off the umbrella table, and untied the chairs which had been stored for the winter, hoisting them effortlessly onto the … Continue reading The Family that Prays Together…
Treasuring Elders
At the doctor's office, a little old lady with her walker, starts heading out the door when I push the handicap button for her. Her husband and I say maybe we should wait, because it's chilly outside. But the taxi's coming, and she wants to be ready. The door starts to close on her, and … Continue reading Treasuring Elders
God is Our Driver … Rest, Relax, and Ride Along!
by Angela Royse Pelleman "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight" (Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV). Sometimes it seems that nothing in our lives makes sense, and we often struggle with the question, "Why?" When … Continue reading God is Our Driver … Rest, Relax, and Ride Along!
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