When the hustle and bustle saps the joy of the season, it’s time to sit at the feet of Jesus to learn what this holiday is all about.
Tag: Philippians 4:6
Not Feeling Thankful?
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 NIV Soon, those of us in the United States will celebrate Thanksgiving. We remember what the Pilgrims did, thanking God for seeing them through their first year here in their settlement. They…
With Sincere Thanksgiving
The moment I awoke, the worries flooded my mind. I had grave concerns, troubles on my heart, and loved ones facing challenges. I began my daily exercise routine, turning on the praise music. Listen to the words. Recall God is bigger than any and all of these concerns, I told myself. I refocused on the…
Daddy Can Fix It
Large crocodile tears tumbled down her two-year-old cheeks. Her wailing might have broken a noise ordinance. “Daddy! Only Daddy fix it!” I consoled our daughter for several minutes before she sufficiently calmed enough to listen. “Honey, I can fix it.” I rubbed her back in assurance. “No, Daddy fix it!” Well, she knew Daddy would…
When Thanksgiving Isn’t a Feeling
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 NIV Soon, those of us in the United States will celebrate Thanksgiving. We remember what the Pilgrims did, thanking God for seeing them through their first year here in their settlement. They…
With Thanksgiving
Black Friday! The holiday season is in full swing! Christmas is coming! Christmas is coming. Does the thought of the approaching holidays increase your blood pressure? So much to plan, to do, trying to keep everyone content, all the while maintaining the reason for the season? Maybe you, like me, have to fight a feeling…
When Thanksgiving Is Hard
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 NIV This week, those of us in the United States will celebrate Thanksgiving. We remember what the Pilgrims did, thanking God for seeing them through their first year here in their settlement. …
Lessons From Tipper, Part IV
“Do not be anxious about anything but in every situation, by prayer and petition and with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 NIV Six o’clock am. I reluctantly exited by bedroom. Wearing yoga pants, fleece top, and sneakers I appeared ready for my morning run. But inwardly I groaned. She had already…
Thanksgiving: Thanking God in Tough Times
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Philippians 4:6 This week, those of us in the United States will celebrate Thanksgiving. We remember what the Pilgrims did, thanking God for seeing them through their first year here in their settlement. They…
Complacency in the Comfort Zone
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 Years ago, when I first began homeschooling, I received a gift. The gift was a simple coin enclosed in a pendant. But, that coin meant the world to me. I placed it on a…