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In His Strength

by Susan Sampson Are you tired? I get tired so easily. On Day 2 Laurie asked the question, “Do you think you might be trying to do things in your own strength?” Yes Lord! Yes! I have been doing things in my own strength!! Ephesians 6:10 tells us, “Finally, be strong in the Lord and […]

Walk in Love

by Susan Sampson Let’s see…right now my nail polish is severely chipping; my roots are at least an inch long; school supplies are scattered all over the dining room table; flowers continue to sit in the driveway unplanted; my bed isn’t made; my laundry is in a giant mound on the floor; suitcase still out; […]

The Gospel of Peace Brings Division

Thistlebend Quiet eMoment by Laurie Aker Focus Scripture: Luke 12:49-53 ESV “I came to cast fire on the earth, and would that it were already kindled! 50 I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how great is my distress until it is accomplished! 51 Do you think that I have come to give […]