Finding the Meaning of Our Relationship with God in Nature Suzanne Elizabeth Anderson   Morning walks with my Newfoundland dogs are an experience of vibrant colors so stark that they stand against one another, sharp delineated lines that can only be found in nature when all is new and full of strength. Against a cloudless…

So often, when we hurt someone, we feel that we must do something to make amends. We have to ask for forgiveness and hope that the other person will forgive us. Just so, when we do something to harm ourselves, we need to forgive ourselves. God’s Word says that when we believe Jesus Christ died…

Often, when I’m speaking with someone who doesn’t agree with something I’ve said, especially with regard to my religious beliefs, I’m too quick to defend myself or take offense or worse yet, get angry out of frustration . . . or dare we say, insecurity. This last chapter of Acts describes Paul’s journey from Malta, as a prisoner,…

This was a big week. The house I rent went under contract. I have two months to find another dog-friendly home. Then I caught pneumonia, and spent five days in bed. I wish I could tell you that I met both events with raised hands and a confident, “God’s got this!” But that wouldn’t be…

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