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.
Generosity – 31 Ways to Live 101 Wonderful Years
Longevity Secrets from the Life of Bill Pritchett Give generously and generous gifts will be given back to you, shaken down to make room for more. Abundant gifts will pour out upon you with such an overflowing measure that it will run over the top! Your measurement of...
Forgiveness – 31 Ways to Live 101 Wonderful Years
Longevity Secrets from the Life of Bill Pritchett Love overlooks the mistakes of others, but dwelling on the failures of others devastates friendships. Proverbs 17:4 TPT Dad had many visitors in his last weeks of life on this earth. He treated them in such a special...
Enthusiasm – 31 Ways to Live 101 Wonderful Years
Longevity Secrets from the Life of Bill Pritchett Put your heart and soul into every activity you do, as though you are doing it for the Lord himself and not merely for others. Colossians 3:23 TPT My earliest memories of going places with Dad when I was a little girl...
Dreams – 31 Ways to Live 101 Wonderful Years
Longevity Secret #4: Never stop dreaming (or building air castles). Remember the difficult times of your life from an eternal perspective and proclaim God’s blessings and provision for every future need.
Consistency – 31 Ways to Live 101 Wonderful Years
Longevity Secrets from the Life of Bill Pritchett There were certain things that Dad did on a daily basis. The consistency of small things in his life brought about a great example of a man who followed after God's own heart. I remember that he did these things with...
Balance – 31 Ways to Live 101 Wonderful Years
"If you can't see two extremes from where you're standing then you are at one of them." Proverb from Bill Pritchett I grew up hearing this proverb. When I presented a complaint of a conflict to my Dad, he would say calmly, "Well, can you see two extremes from where...
Adventure – 31 Ways to Live 101 Wonderful Years
How enriched are they who find their strength in the Lord; within their hearts are the highways of holiness! They grow stronger and stronger with every step forward, and the God of all gods will appear before them in Zion. Psalm 84: 5, 7 TPT One of the things that I...
31 Ways to Live 101 Wonderful Years – Landing Page
Longevity Secrets from the Life of Bill Pritchett I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. 2 Timothy 4:7 Dad, Bill Pritchett, moved to Heaven a few months short of 102 years of age. On his 101st birthday, he was strong,...
SUCCESS – Five Minute Friday
The Hope Lady (Karen) shares the measure of her mother’s successful life. It might not have looked like the definition of success form the world’s point of view, yet those who remember so well are still serving the Lord. What legacy are you leaving?
TESTIMONY – Five Minute Friday
They conquered the enemy completely through the blood of the Lamb and the powerful word of His testimony. Revelation 12:11 The Passion Translation This blog is part of the Five Minute Friday community. Please join us as we write for 5 minutes on a word provided. Don’t...
