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U.S. Son on Malaysia Flight

by Cheryl · In: Blog, Comfort, Encouragement · on Mar 19, 2014

News Video: Grieving US Mother Clings To God Grievous disappearance How does a mother respond when crisis strikes? Sondra Wood had just seen her son, Philip, the week before he disappeared on the Malaysian aircraft, flight 370. Philip had visited her Texas home and shared about his IBM job-move from Beijing to Malaysia. “He was excited about his new adventure,” says the devastated mother. “Only people who know God can survive things like this in a good way. I know in my heart I will get through this.” As a Christian, Sondra knows God doesn’t spare us from trouble. He does, however, …

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Good Words and Flying Balloons

by Cheryl · In: Blog, Encouragement · on Oct 31, 2012

It was a no good, really bad day, and I couldn’t hide my tears. To make matters worse, my son caught sight of me as he scuttled by. But he held his calm.  He did a double take, and flashed a smile. “You’re God’s warrior,” he said. I blinked.  Did that really come from his twelve year old mouth? His words found their place.  They flickered some kind of light in me.  You know how love plus truth equals hope, right?   Well, I daydreamed as he skipped off to his room. Then he returned. “Remember, you’re God’s warrior!” he repeated …

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Purpose in the Darkness

by Cheryl · In: Blog, Transformation · on Oct 27, 2010

When Lazarus was deathly ill, Mary and Martha sent word to Jesus.  They waited.  And waited.  Where was their beloved Master? Four days in a tomb brought more than a foul smell.  It brought more mourners ~ more potential. “Many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home.”  (John 11:19-20) Here was this kitchen-busy Martha, kicking her beautiful heart into action while Mary stayed home this time. “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you …

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John Newton

Overly Eager for Heaven?

by Cheryl · In: Blog, Comfort, Quotes · on Jun 7, 2010

“Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God.  Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.  For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.”  Colossians 3:1-3 “Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be?  You ought to live holy and godly lives as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming.”  2 Peter 3:11-12 Sounds clear enough to me: We’re supposed to be “heavenly-minded,” living …

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Closer

Cloud-Lifter

by Cheryl · In: Blog, Encouragement · on Apr 13, 2010

Depression clouds our vision and blurs our perspective. Life doesn’t feel worth living.  Lies sound true. Doctors and friends want to help us. Jesus is the only perfect friend, the Great Physician. “There’s a friend who sticks closer than a brother.”  Proverbs 18:24 Saying His name sings hope to our souls. Jesus…. When we take His hand He holds us tight. His truth brings clarity. Eyes on Him, our problems dim. Father, I ask that You bless my friends who stopped by today.  Breeze Your peace and lift their clouds. Thank You that You began a good work in them …

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Step Together

Divine Presence

by Cheryl · In: Blog, Encouragement · on Apr 6, 2010

In whirlwinds of confusion when cold questions press you tight, ask Me close and I will hold you by a love surpassing sight. You’re my treasure, bright with promise, and I live to see you reign. As we cross this bridge together, I will lead you through your pain.

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