Shining the Light
of Hope
into Dark Places
Hope is Powerful
Welcome to the Blog!
Do you need an infusion of HOPE? The blog is where I share personal anecdotes and testimonials of the faithfulness of God in the midst of struggles such as – serious health issues, infertility, a prodigal daughter, caring for her disabled spouse, and becoming a widow – that could cause despair. I share from my heart how God gives me transforming hope to, not just survive these difficult situations, but to overcome and enjoy an abundant life even before the circumstances change.
C-Celebrate Everything
Celebrate with great joy. Nehemiah 8:12 NIV During the last year and half of my late husband's life, I had a morning routine. I would tiptoe into his bedroom to check on him. I stood willing him to move a finger or something to show me that he was still with us. The...
B-Bounce Back with Hope
We have been knocked down but we are not destroyed. 2 Corinthians 4:9 I dragged myself out of bed and went into the bathroom where I splashed some cold water on my face. My bloodshot eyes stared back at me with a look of despair. My late husband, Bill, had been to yet...
A-Accept Your Role with Honor
So no matter what your task is, work hard. Always do your best as the Lord’s servant, not as man’s, because you know your reward is the Lord’s inheritance. You serve the Lord, the Anointed One. Colossians 3:23-24 (Voice) Are you a caregiver? Do you know someone who...
ABC’s of Self Nurture for Caregivers-Landing Page
May we never tire of doing what is good and right before our Lord because in His season we shall bring in a great harvest if we can just persist. Galatians 6:9 (Voice) Are you a caregiver? Then you need to take time every day to care for your own needs. Research from...
Place – Five Minute Friday
This is a fun adventure in writing with the Five Minute Friday community. You get to write for just five minutes on a word prompt. It's a great way to stimulate your writing and overcome the procrastination of perfectionism. Join us -- we would love to hear what you...
Feasting with Gratitude
A glad heart has a continual feast {regardless of the circumstances}. Proverbs 15:15 Amplified There is nothing better than a ripe, juicy raspberry on a hot summer day. It can truly be a feast. I love that this verse declares that gratitude opens a door to a feast....
Comfort
So comfort one another with this hope and encourage one another with these words. 1 Thessalonians 4:18 Voice After my first husband died, I was amazed at how few people really knew what to say. They seemed uncomfortable about the topic and would blurt out platitudes...
Shift from Perfection to Progress
Now stay focused on Jesus, who designed and perfected our faith. Hebrews 12:2 Are you a perfectionist? I used to be. Quite frankly, it seemed like I got a lot more done but was tied up in knots on the inside. I would discard perfect starts because they were not good...
View Life through Your Hope Filter
May the God of HOPE fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with HOPE by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 Faith, hope and love are intricately linked. Faith if believing for the impossible. Hope is a confident assurance...
Strengthen Weaknesses with Hope
So, with confidence and hope in this message, strengthen those with feeble hands, shore up the weak-kneed and weary. Hebrews 12:12 (Voice) Despite the adult-onset Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), my late husband, Bill, had strong legs. He had worked diligently as a young...
