These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world. ~ John 16:33 Some time ago, this verse leaped up off…
Spoken to You
Tag: suffering
Not My Mom
By Ann O’Malley 8 am. My phone rings. It’s Mom. Uh-oh. She doesn’t usually call this early in the day. Is it good news or bad? Bad. Very bad. She’s having a total meltdown. Up until now, I can only…
Authenticity
A few weeks ago I arrived at the startling age of 89. It seems unreal. My body is bent and twisted, and moving around much depends on the day. Yet, inside my head, I still feel as if I were…
Always With You
Come to Me, all (you) who labor/are weary and burdened/heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My…
Is All Scripture Profitable for Instruction?
By Janet F. Salazar There are stories in the Bible that inspire, stories that comfort, stories that teach obvious lessons, and stories that leave us wondering why on earth they are even in the Bible. The story of Jephthah is…