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Now glory be to God, who by his mighty power at work within us is able to do far more than we would ever dare to ask or even dream of—infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, or hopes. TLB I was sipping my hot chocolate and looked up to see the apricot blossoms my … Continue reading Buds, Blossoms AND Fruit!
You crown the year with a bountiful harvest; even the hard pathways overflow with abundance. Psalm 65:11 NLT I am a Bounty Hunter. Well, I am learning to be a Bounty Hunter. Not the kind like Dog, the Reality TV celebrity and not the kind that looks for quicker-picker-upper paper towels. Of course, by “bounty” I mean boun·ty /boun(t)ē/. noun: … Continue reading Bounty Hunters
I have loved you, my people, with an everlasting love. With unfailing love I have drawn you to myself. Jeremiah 31:3 NLT During our workout this morning, my friend told me her teen wanted to see the new movie remake, Endless Love. I’ve not seen the movie so I will reserve judgment. However, if it … Continue reading The Real “Endless Love”!
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9 KJV Sports bring out the best in us. Team camaraderie, belongingness and enthusiasm. Just take a look at my neighborhood! One of these things is not like the others! 🙂 Great cake Jim and Sue! But sports also bring out … Continue reading Sherman, Crabtree and Martin Luther King
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Hebrews 12:1 NIV This past Sunday we attended a church other than our home church–something we rarely do. But we woke … Continue reading Hindrances Aside
But now the Lord says: Be strong, Zerubbabel. Be strong, Jeshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest. Be strong, all you people still left in the land. And now get to work, for I am with you, says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. My Spirit remains among you, just as I promised when you came … Continue reading Let Nothing You Afright
Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:10-11 NKJV Do You Hear What I Hear … Continue reading Do You See What I See?
Below are links to the Bookmarks and Study sheet on Sovereignty Scriptures that were offered at the Richland, WA Central Church Ladies Christmas Tea on December 7, 2013. Please feel free to download and print! If you are new to the Better Off Read Website, Welcome! Take your time and look around! Merry Christmas! Joy quote … Continue reading Christmas Joy Bookmark
May the name of God be praised forever and ever, for wisdom and power belong to Him. He changes the times and seasons. Daniel 2:20-21 HCSB Basking in the company of old friends getting together for a long overdue Girls Night out, we laughed as we all simultaneously donned our reading glasses to view our menus. … Continue reading A Reluctant Gratitude
My brothers and sisters, think of the various tests you encounter as occasions for joy. James 1:2 CEB The brochure had read: Encounter Spiritual Renewal Retreat Get away to rekindle your relationship with God through solitude, prayer, relaxation and connection with other women in ministry. Gratefully, everything fell into place and I was able to spend the Encounter … Continue reading Close Encounters of a Different Kind
