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.
Miracles – ABCs of Gratitude Journal – The Hope Lady – 13
You are the God of miracles. Psalm 77:14 TLB Our gratitude prompt for today is MIRACLES. You experience miracles every day - you just don't see them. We serve a mighty God who works mighty wonders in our life all the time. Many times we do not realize we have...
Love – ABCs of Gratitude – Journal Prompt – 12
But above all these, put on love! LOVE is the perfect tie to bind these together.  Let your hearts fall under the rule of the Anointed’s peace (the peace you were called to as one body), and be THANKFUL. Colossians 3:14-15 Voice Did you know that you can choose to put...
Kindness – ABCs of Gratitude – Journal Prompt -11
Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. Ephesians 4:32 ESV The dictionary says that kindness is the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. In the Scriptures, the Greek word for kindness means to be...
Joy – ABCs of Gratitude – Journal Prompt – 10
Be joyful in hope. Romans 12:12 Joy is the settled perspective of finding the good in every circumstances based on our hope and peace. Joy is more than happiness because it does not rely on the circumstances. Instead, it is rooted in faith that our Heavenly Father...
Impossibilities – ABCs of Gratitude – Journal 9
I can do all things through Christ. Philippians 4:13 What you see an as impossibility -- God sees as a potential miracle. Think back on those situations where you felt like there is was no way to turn and that you would make it through. With the benefit of hindsight,...
Home – ABCs of Gratitude – Journal Prompt 8
He forever favors the HOME of those who do right. Proverbs 3:33 Voice Home is really more a feeling than a place. Places contain the memories of the feeling of being home. My husband moved to Heaven four years ago and our house felt very empty without him. I realized...
Gratitude – ABCs of Gratitude – Journal Prompt – 7
Thank God, then, for our Lord Jesus, the Anointed, the Liberating King, who brought us victory over the grave. 1 Corinthians 15:57 Voice Gratitude opens the door to unlimited positive emotions. When you are grateful you show greater kindness and compassion to those in...
Friends – ABCs of Gratitude Journal – Prompt – 6
A true friend is closer than a brother or a sister. Proverb 18:24 Voice I am so grateful for my friends and family. A true friend is a treasure. They are the ones that are not going anywhere. In fact, they encourage you to be the best person you can be even when you...
Espresso – ABCs of Gratitude – Journal Prompts – 5
God is energizing you so that you will desire and do what always pleases Him. Ephesians 2:13 Voice Life can sometimes be hard and energy is often elusive when we need it most. That is why some of the most popular vendors are places who sell coffee. You may be needing...
Dreams – ABC Gratitude Journal – Prompt 4
It is pleasant to see DREAMS come true. Proverbs 13:19 NLT Be thankful for the ability to dream. It is a gift from God. Many people lose hope in ever fulfilling their dreams. They feel that they are pie-in-the-sky and a waste of time. I want to challenge that way of...
