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.
Listen With Your Eyes-28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
Pay attention. Listen well! Isaiah 17:28 Voice A few years ago when my kids were little I had a very hectic schedule. Between pastoring a church alongside my husband, I worked a full-time job.The rush to get homework done, dinner on the table and kids ready for bed...
Filter Events Through a Hope Lens – 28 Ways to Show Love and Hope
Now faith brings our hopes into reality and becomes the foundation needed to acquire the things we long for. Hebrews 11:1 TPT Faith, hope and love are intricately linked. Faith if believing for the impossible. Hope is a confident assurance of a good outcome. Love is...
Fill Your Life with Hope – 28 Days to Show Love and Honor
Now may God, the inspiration and fountain of hope, fill you to overflowing with uncontainable joy and perfect peace as you trust in him. Romans 15:13 TPT My husband, Rodney, and I went to Costco yesterday. They strategically placed a "flower lady" in the entry on the...
Bless with Words of Hope – 28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
Instead, by truth spoken in love, we are to grow in every way into Him—the Anointed One, the head. Ephesians 4:15 VOICE Give hope a voice The Biblical definition of hope says that no matter what it looks like right now God can bring about a good outcome. Your words...
Convey Love Creatively – 28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
Showing your love does not have to cost a lot of money. In fact, some of the most meaningful expressions will be the result of creativity and effort to honor how much the person means to you. Here’s inspiration to get you started on creating a pattern of love that extends to the next generation.
Express True Gratitude – 28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
Be thankful. Colossians 3:15 Thankfulness Matters Saying thanks has become a part of our social norms. We are taught as children to say, "Thank you." It is the polite way to communicate that we appreciate what someone has done for us. Of course, this is not wrong...
Strengthen Weaknesses with Hope – 28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
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...
Acknowledge and Embrace Strengths – 28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. Isaiah 40:31 NIV Acknowledging Your Own Strengths How does this work? Let's take an easy assessment with two parts. Part One: Grab a blank piece of paper and write down the numbers 1 - 10. Get a timer ready for...
Move Quickly to Serve – 28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
Try to outdo yourselves in respect and honor of one another. Romans 12:10 The Passion Translation Words Reveal Your Heart to Serve Others One of the most tangible ways to show your love really costs you nothing more than the honor and the awareness to squeeze in as...
Honor & Celebrate Differences – 28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
A loud and cheerful greeting early in the morning is not a blessing. Proverbs 27:14 NLT What are your differences? Sleep Are you an owl or a lark? The owl loves to stay up late while the lark is up before sunrise. There is research to show that we are hard-wired with...
