Finding Hope in This Crazy World
There is Power in Praise. God inhabits the praise of His people. The Lord reminds us that when we are feeling down or discouraged or hopeless, we do have a rememdy. We can CHOOSE to put on the Garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness. For me, this means that no matter how I feel, I... Continue Reading →
What is Honor? What does it look like? Regard with high respect or esteem Fulfill and obligation or honor an agreement A person or thing that brings credit Adherence to what is right or to a conventional standard of conduct Something regarded as a rare opportunity and bringing pride and pleasure; a privilege A thing... Continue Reading →
Greater days are coming for you. God promised. Yes, really. I don't know about you, but sometimes this world just weighs me down. Work, clean, eat, sleep, rinse, and repeat. I love my family and my Church - I just need a revival! No wonder God says to set your mind on things above. If... Continue Reading →
What do you think of when you hear the word Father? That word has so many meanings today. Our families really don't look the same anymore. Let's face it, many kids are not growing up with their father. Today 1 in 4 children under the age of 18 — a total of about 17.2 million... Continue Reading →
These Tears are Diamonds -Copyright 2017 Diana Rasmussen- Tears from sorrow Tears from the pain Will I ever Get up again? Pressure and stress Not feeling blessed Will this season Ever be done? Only God can take These tears like lake Plant them as seeds For joy to grow Those who sow in Tears Shall... Continue Reading →
Have you ever been on a boat? There is something peaceful about being in the water. I love it. The waves, the air and the freedom is exhilarating. Inside every boat is an anchor. When we want to stop or rest or steady our boat all we need to do is drop anchor. The anchor... Continue Reading →
According to the dictionary: Flexibility is a personality trait — the extent to which a person can cope with changes in circumstances and think about problems and tasks in novel, creative ways. This trait is used when stressors or unexpected events occur, requiring a person to change their stance, outlook, or commitment. What happens when... Continue Reading →
"Peace. Be still." That all He said. The wind stopped, the waves quoted, and the boat stopped rocking. What if we did that? What if we brought peace to the storm in our lives and the lives of those around us? What would we feel like if we brought peace to our spirits? What would... Continue Reading →
He was a legend - a man who inspired us to dream and be more than we ever thought we could be. He was a Civil Rights Leader, a Christian and a Preacher. According to Wikipedia: Martin Luther King Jr. (born Michael King Jr., January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) was an American Baptist... Continue Reading →
Quotes to Stir Up the Courage in You: "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment."- Ralph Waldo Emerson “Courage is grace under pressure.” - Ernest Hemingway “Courage is the most important of all the virtues because without courage, you can't practice any... Continue Reading →
I answer phones all day at work as a Customer Service Rep for a large Company here in WI. I like that I get to talk to people all over the US and help them with their needs. It really never is the same day twice. All kinds of people, all kinds of needs. It... Continue Reading →
Just when I gave up, He showed up. The God who knows me. The God who loves me. The One who holds the stars up and brings the sun up every morning. His mercy is new every morning. He has more patience with me than I have with myself. His ways are higher than mine,... Continue Reading →
