The Lord is With You Mighty Warrior

We are all fearful at times. Life can be overwhelming some days. But when we are afraid there are promises of God that we can hold on to.  Prayer for Comfort Lead us to the Rock that is higher than I Lord. When my heart is overwhelmed I will cry to the Lord and He … Read more

Why We Need to Renew Our Minds – Dealing With Anxiety

Not every thought is good. Not every thought should be acted upon. With the prevalence of depression and anxiety in our culture, there are ways to intervene. I have been there. I have had situational depression and have been treated for anxiety. So have many  members of my immediate family and many friends too. According … Read more

God Will Rescue You From the Pit

This morning I had a vision. I was in a deep dark pit, similar to Joseph. Yeah, after his so-called brothers threw him in there. Tormented by family. They were driven by jealousy. Blinded by their own insecurities. Joseoh was thrown to the enemy to die – by family. Yeah, been there. You? Genesis 37:24 … Read more

Feelings Shouldn’t Always Be Trusted

Why can’t you trust your feelings? We live in a culture of I want what I want when I want it. And if it feels good do it – right? Well, that may be exactly what is wrong.  Yes, feelings are important. But they change, moment by moment. And feelings may not be based on … Read more

Above All Powers

There is One who has all power. One who is above all things. In him all things were made. I am finding that in times of sorrow or despair I can look to the One who is above it. The One who loves me and paid the price for my soul – Jesus Christ. Jesus … Read more

God Be the Thread

  God I need you to be the thread To sew up my broken heart again Give me the strength to believe That with Your help  things can change John 15:26-27 “But when the Helper Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, that is the Spirit of … Read more

20 Reasons Why I Am Happy Words Don’t Have Calories

An amazing post for all my sisters and brothers still in the battle of abuse. There is life after the Abuser – I am living proof that God can deliver you!

The Wisdom of Silence

When there are many words, transgression is unavoidable, But he who restrains his lips is wise. – Proverbs 8:19    We sit silently and watch the world around us. This has taken a lifetime to learn. It seems only the old are able to sit next to one another and not say anything and still … Read more

He Hears Your Tears

God knows. And He hears your tears as prayers. We started this Bible study at Church about Depression. I know it’s a good thing. But can I say I am coming unglued? After our second session I went up to the Guest that came to teach us and just hugged her. I said thank you. … Read more

Maybe My Faith is Bipolar

h Faith. It’s one of those things we try to understand with these great brains of ours.  In our own wisdom we think we have it all figured out. Well, maybe it’s just me… “Oh yeah, I believe You God. You can do all things. Nothing is impossible for you.” And then the storm comes. I … Read more

I Am Not Defined by Your Labels

Labels Copyright 2015 Diana Rasmussen       I am not defined by earthly boundaries This world is not my home This body is only a tent Just a temporary dwelling I will not be defined by my past I will not be defined by your label I’ve been born again by the Spirit of God … Read more

Renew Our Minds to Heal Mental Illness

After my post yesterday on the prevalence of Mental Illness in this Nation, I feel compelled to share the only way that I have found to renew my mind. You see, I could relate to that girl.(Here is the post – THE SEMICOLON PROJECT)  I have had those self-destructive thoughts in my mind for years. … Read more