Grown in Faith

Be still my heart Don’t travel there Don’t tread that way In your own fear Be still my mind Don’t think too much Don’t worry about Things of such Be still my soul Pray and go to Him God our savior, hope and friend Be still from criticism Focus your thoughts Away from cynicism For…

Years ago, where I had worked, there were those that enjoyed saying and doing unkind things behind my back. They thought I never knew or maybe at times, they just did not care. Though I did and I often heard their whispers and read their faces. Although, I held my head up and I acted…

In the waiting, I will trust in what your promises said In your book, there are words in which I have read That though I may not always understand That you always have a plan In your time, and in your way You hear my hope and when I pray You only want the best…

It is so easy to get caught up in life’s expectations; that we find ourselves wanting to do everything on our own. It is all too easy at times, to fall into self-sufficiency. So much so, that I put more hope in myself, than I do God. This only leads me to feeling stressed or…

The young boy opened his one gift, that sat in front of him at his school desk. There were other kids that surrounded him too. Each child having one Christmas gift. Though the camera was mostly fixated on this particular extra grateful child. As he excitedly tore the wrapping paper that covered the box in…

Our grandparents have been staying with us this weekend and it has been such a blessing. Our boys have really enjoyed having them over too. I love watching them bond with them. Our youngest son has been very excitedly showing them his newest gift, while our oldest son shows off one of his favorite robotics…

There’s a little red horse, she sits on a platform that makes her spin, as she plays pretty music. This horse has been in my family for quite some years. My grandma always sat her out every Christmas and I have always loved watching her. Though now, more than ever. Over the years she has…

I was scrolling on Facebook and a friend posted a great quote. It stated that just because God says not yet, doesn’t mean that God is saying no. This resonated with me. Friend, I have felt discouragement when things do not happen on my timing, fearing that God is saying no. There was a time…

We had a project that needed to be completed yesterday evening, and my youngest son could not wait to be a big helper. He followed my husbands every move, with a willingness to help in any way that he was able. At one point I watched as my husband swiftly walked past me, our youngest…

The other day we celebrated Christmas at our house with some family. Our kids were gifted some great gifts and were very appreciative and grateful. Although when devotional time came and we talked about our blessings of the day; they both talked about the quality time spent with our loved ones. They did not mention…