It’s one thing to know what the word “perseverance” means, but it’s another thing to practice perseverance. Life has brought me to a place where I’m learning the latter well. Four weeks ago, I suffered a stress fracture in my left foot. Bone density tests prove that I don’t have osteoporosis, so I’ll discuss this… [ read more ]
Posts Tagged: perseverance
You Have a Personal Cheering Squad
Spending time with my grandkids is always a treat. Last weekend we celebrated a birthday party at a bike park. The older kids pedaled up, down, and around dirt hills trying to “catch air.” The younger ones found entertainment doing other things, like going for walks through the forest with Grandma and Grandpa. … [ read more ]
3 Reminders As We Wait to To See Hopes Fulfilled
For what are you hoping today? I’ve spoken at numerous women’s retreats and conferences across western Canada this spring. Judging from private conversations at these events, it seems many women struggle with difficult family relationships and hope for restoration. Some wrestle with medical issues and hope for renewed health. Others live in difficult… [ read more ]
Encouragement to Those Wondering if Their Work Matters
Do you sometimes feel like you’re pouring time, love, energy, or even money into someone or something as an act of obedience to the Lord and seeing very little payback? Do you sometimes wonder if your effort and investment is worth it? Read this encouragement from God’s Word and lay those doubts to rest,… [ read more ]
Hang in There, Baby!
Years ago, I saw a poster featuring a kitten suspended in air. Its paws clutched a knotted rope as the cat attempted to avoid falling. The words Hang in there, baby! were printed beneath the picture. Sometimes we resemble that cat. Difficult circumstances challenge us and leave us feeling frustrated, angry, disappointed, anxious, or weary…. [ read more ]
How to Respond Well to Life’s Challenges
Have you ever had to will yourself to do something? I have. A month ago, I sunburned my knees badly. When I applied aloe vera gel, I suffered an allergic reaction (the label said it was pure and alcohol-free, but my doctor said the label lied). The pain was so intense that I had to… [ read more ]
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