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A small sacrifice

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Posted on March 18, 2012 by Amy

I’m currently very aware of how long 46 days really is since my fleshly desires are crying out for what is temporarily off-limits. Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged active faith, christianity, Holy Spirit, lent | Leave a reply

Ups and Downs

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Posted on March 14, 2012 by Amy

It’s somewhat amazing how predictable the pattern of highs and lows can be. The devil does not want us riding high, giving and bringing glory to God. Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged God's faithfulness, God's love, prayer, spiritual warfare, trials, trust | 1 Reply

Fear versus precaution

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Posted on March 7, 2012 by Amy

What is the difference between fear and precaution? What Scripture references may help me discern between the two? Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts, Uncategorized | Tagged christianity, fear, God's will, sanctification | 7 Replies

Blessed

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Posted on March 4, 2012 by Amy

We have a choice… Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged busyness, christianity, God's love, gratitude, influence, living with purpose, love, relationships, time | 2 Replies

A Reluctant Leader

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Posted on February 25, 2012 by Amy

I’m learning leadership on the go, from examples in my past and trial and error. Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged business, christianity, God's will, leadership, pride, relationships, sanctification | 2 Replies

Bearing (almost) All

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Posted on February 21, 2012 by Amy

Disguising our true feelings, thoughts, weaknesses leads to pretense, facades and lack of authenticity in families, friendships, workplaces and even (or especially) in our churches. Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged acceptance, approval addiction, christianity, love, perseverance, relationships, sanctification, writing | 2 Replies

Generosity

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Posted on February 19, 2012 by Amy
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By remembering that God loves a cheerful giver and God fills the storehouses of those who are generous, I can keep a generous perspective. Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged fullness of life, generosity, God's faithfulness, living with purpose, love, money, relationships | Leave a reply

Fresh from the Farm: Raccoons

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Posted on February 17, 2012 by Amy
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It’s been a while since I’ve posted a FFTF. (There’s not much new or interesting to photograph in the dormancy of winter.) Raccoons are plentiful around here. I see them frequently, sometimes even during the day. In my research, I’ve learned … Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged Fresh from the Farm, raccoons | 2 Replies

Praying Boldly

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Posted on February 7, 2012 by Amy

In James 5:16, the apostle encourages us to confess our sins to one another and pray for one another. It’s a sequence: confession and then prayer. Confession must come first. Today I share my bold prayers. Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged active faith, answered prayer, cancer, christianity, death, dreams, fullness of life, God's faithfulness, God's love, prayer, relationships, sanctification | 1 Reply

A Confession

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Posted on February 5, 2012 by Amy

Confession spoken from a repentant heart is the gateway to many things. Continue reading →

Posted in random thoughts | Tagged answered prayer, christianity, God's faithfulness, prayer, relationships, sanctification, submission | 3 Replies

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