Conntecting the Dots

Posts Tagged: John

For What Do You Wish?

If you could ask God for anything you wanted, what would it be? Personally, I’d consider these possibilities (in no particular order): good health a long life a strong marriage the ability to undo a past mistake wisdom a pure heart more hours in each day financial security assurance that what I do day in… [ read more ]

How to Have a Relationship With God

I have a relationship with God, the creator of every living thing. He’s my friend, my strength, my provider, my guide, and my teacher. I can’t imagine life without Him. He gives me purpose, peace, hope, and courage to face whatever comes my way. Do you have a relationship with God, too? If so, that’s… [ read more ]

Insights from the ER

It’s Monday. We’re in the ER. This isn’t how I’d planned to spend my time.

Face to Face with Jesus

On Saturday, I attended Margaret Bayne’s memorial service at Camp Homewood. Hers was a 96-year life well lived. The tributes paid to her proved it. For me, a highlight was the singing of the old hymn “Face to Face.” Margaret was a passionate follower of Jesus Christ. She spoke about Him with every opportunity that… [ read more ]

Of Course I Believe You, God, But…

What’s your first response when you sense God inviting you to a faith adventure? Do you respond with an eager yes?  Or do you hesitate, weighing the pros and cons? Do you try to figure out the details before giving your nod of approval? I grew up in a family of faith. I attended Sunday… [ read more ]

How Does God Guide Us? An Example From My Life.

God always guides those willing to do what He says. I’ve seen this prove true many times in my life. Here’s one example: Last fall I began planning a weekend getaway for businesswomen. This wasn’t an idea I birthed on my own; I truly believe it was conceived in God’s heart. More than a year prior,… [ read more ]

What’s Your One Wish?

If you could ask God for anything you wanted, what would it be? These possibilities come to mind when I brainstorm this question (in no particular order): good health a long life a strong marriage the ability to undo a past mistake wisdom more hours in each day financial security assurance that what I do… [ read more ]