Tag Archives: thankfulness

The 365 Days of Christmas – Delores Topliff

Posted on December 18, 2025 by dtopliff

It’s that time of year when we sing Christmas carols, and our hearts turn to the amazing eternal gift of God’s son sent to Bethlehem’s manger to redeem all who will receive and believe on His name. This year, instead … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Creation by Nancy J. Farrier

Posted on February 26, 2024 by Nancy J. Farrier

Many years ago, I was tasked with getting a Christmas gift for a person I hadn’t shopped for before. I gave the gift a lot of thought. This person didn’t like any clothing that wasn’t cotton and they preferred neutral … Continue reading →

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Thanks by Tara Randel

Posted on November 28, 2022 by tararandel

I hope you and yours had a beautiful Thanksgiving. There is nothing better than bringing family, friends, and food together for good times. It is also a time to reflect on thankfulness. Looking back over the year, we can see … Continue reading →

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Ungrateful Kids by James R. Coggins

Posted on April 6, 2022 by jrcoggins

“Lord,” the man prayed, “it’s these kids you gave me. They’re driving me nuts. They’ve phoned me fourteen times this week, and not once was it anything positive. They only called me to complain or to ask for something: ‘I … Continue reading →

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Still Good by Julie Arduini

Posted on September 15, 2021 by juliearduini

I have a team that prays for my writing and I can’t describe how much they mean to me. They have covered me, my family, and the words I write (or don’t) for over a decade. Recently I shared an … Continue reading →

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Always Thankful by Tara Randel

Posted on March 8, 2021 by tararandel

I was sitting at my computer today, when a nearby Post-it note caught my eye. Many years ago I had written; Commit to the Lord whatever you do and your plans will succeed. Pro.16:3 I don’t know about you, but … Continue reading →

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Looking Ahead by Tara Randel

Posted on January 25, 2021 by tararandel

Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you. Proverbs 4:25 After the kind of year we just went through, keeping our eyes on the path before us might seem a little strange. Let’s face it, things … Continue reading →

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An Autumn State of Mind by Tara Randel

Posted on October 12, 2020 by tararandel

The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.  Psalm 24:1 Today I’m in an autumn state of mind. I love this time of year and have decided that no matter what … Continue reading →

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One More Week! (by Hannah Alexander)

Posted on December 17, 2019 by alexanderhodde

I know you don’t want to hear that you have one more shopping week until Christmas. So instead, I’m going to remind you that amidst all the rush and hurry and stress of Christmas shopping and planning and cooking and … Continue reading →

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Disaster: First Response by Nancy J. Farrier

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Nancy J. Farrier

  There are times I feel like my life is one disaster after another. I know I’m not alone, but it’s still not easy. Many of our bigger disasters have involved water—even though we live in a desert.   Earlier … Continue reading →

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Giving Thanks by Tara Randel

Posted on November 24, 2016 by tararandel

Happy Thanksgiving! Here’s wishing you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving. My you find time to spend with those you love and count all the many blessings the Lord has bestowed upon you this year. While you’re enjoying a festive … Continue reading →

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A Pleasant Surprise: Rejection

Posted on November 30, 2011 by juliearduini

I enjoyed a lot of nice surprises this month. My sister delivered a beautiful baby boy the day before Thanksgiving, erasing the memory our family held for years where that day was always the day our baby nearly died. Talk … Continue reading →

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