Where Hope Grows ~Copyright 2016 Diana Rasmussen~ there is life there is breath there is longing there is dirt there is growth there is harvest “Hope is like a flower – it grows in the dirt!” -Diana Rasmussen of Prayers and Promises Inspirational Quotes on Hope “Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in … Read more
There are days that the losses of so many in the world just bring tears. So many lives lost for no good reason. May the God of all comfort hold us close tonight. Especially T – who list her sister at 911. And my brother and sister and I who lost our Mommy 4 years … Read more
Life on planet Earth is hard. Life is not fair. People hurt you, abandon you, and leave for no good reason. We live in a fallen world. We aren’t in Heaven yet. We are merely passing through this fallen place. We are here to bring the light and love of Jesus. Shine your light in … Read more
Your worship is sacred and pleasing to God. Whether you are singing in your car to the radio, praising and thanking God, or worshipping with others – your worship ushers people into the presence of God. It’s like He just shows up and does stuff. We are not saved for ourselves. God wants His love … Read more
12 Motivational Quotes to Inspire You Life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it. —Charles Swindoll Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. –Robert Frost I am not a product of my circumstances. I … Read more
I love palm trees. They remind me of the beach with sun and sand and water. It’s almost like instant rest in a tropical oasis. Palm trees are resilient, they grow in the desert in hot, humid climates. Here are some great facts about palm trees and how we as Christians can flourish like them in spite … Read more
As a man thinks, so he becomes. Have you ever heard of a self-fulfilling prophecy? For example, someone way back when tells you a loser. You believe it. (even though it is not true). You start to act like a loser. You set yourself up for failure time and time again. The minute that things start … Read more
As I sit at my desk today (yes, it’s Saturday) I put up more pictures of my babies. I can’t believe how fast the time has gone. I can’t help but feel humbled and grateful that God has blessed me with such wonderful kids to love. They are so precious and such a gift. They … Read more
My husband Bob wrote this out for our friend. It spoke to my heart as well so I wanted to share it with you. Our bodies respond to our voices. There are times we have to fight. There are times when our symptoms do not match up with the the Word of God. I have … Read more
Read a great post this morning. Sometimes just watching the news is overwhelming. There is so much hate. It feels like a “hate snowball” going downhill. How do you react? Tiffany shares with us : “I begin my day with prayer, not knowing how to pray. My heart churns with the overwhelming tide of global … Read more
I have a friend in the Hospital. The Drs are doing test after test trying to figure out what is going on. God knows. The Lord has gone before and prepared the Way. I know that God heals and SUDDENLY! Suddenly, God will interrupt our lives with a miracle. That’s what He does. He is … Read more
Have you ever been interrupted? Working on something you love and then bang – something comes up and you have to pause a moment. Life happens. I wonder how God feels when we try to finish what He started in us? Recently I am learning to stop, pray, and trust God. I’ll admit it, … Read more