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Resting imparts a melody like no other!

December 20th, 2010 | 1 Comment

God has been trying to teach me how to just “rest” in Him for this season. I’ve been in a season of transition for awhile – feeling like I have been stuck in a “lock” – you know – the kind where a boat goes into, in order to transition from one body of water to another higher (or lower) body of water. I have felt stuck here for awhile . . . waiting . . . waiting . . . not doing much . . . waiting . . . all the while – knowing that there is a huge body of water that I was designed to sail in – to be a part of – to take dominion over and live in . . . my promised … Read entire article »

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God cares even about the "little" things!

October 4th, 2010 | Add a Comment

How are you feeling today? Are you feeling loved? Cared about? Do you know that God cares about you . . . about EVERYTHING in your life? Even the “little” things? It’s true! He does! Don’t believe me? I have proof – that He really does care about what we/you care about! Let me share a few of my favorite stories with you! Several years ago I was on my way to work after attending an event at my child’s school. I had to get back to work quickly and relieve my friend who had stayed late on her shift to cover part of mine. I had not had dinner yet, so I thought I would stop by Wendy’s and pick up something to … Read entire article »

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Forecast – An Abundance of Sunshine!

September 1st, 2010 | Add a Comment

(photo by Chad Johnson) Yes -that was our forecast here yesterday – an “Abundance of Sunshine”! I love it! I have never heard that in a forecast before. I’ve heard “Mostly sunny, Partly sunny, Sunny” – but never an Abundance of Sunshine! It just made me smile! No matter where you are in this world – you too had an Abundance of Sunshine yesterday (and today, and tomorrow . . . )! You did! I’m not lying! Maybe I should have written it – “SONshine”. God really is everywhere! He is the “Light of this world” John 8:12 says – “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but … Read entire article »

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Disillusioned with organized church/religion

August 23rd, 2010 | 2 Comments

AliveNewFreshPowerfulRealAuthenticPassionate These, and many other adjectives, seem to be the buzz-words of this generation. “I’m not going to church anymore because it’s just not alive . . . authentic . . . real. . . etc . . . I’m really discontent and disillusioned with the organized church. I need something more – and I’m not finding it at church.” I hear many similar statements all around me. I, myself, have felt quite discontent over the past few years. It surprised me at first. What was wrong? Was it me? Was it the pastor? Was it the preaching . . . the worship? Was it just this church? Should I go somewhere else? I was ready to leave. I wasn’t … Read entire article »

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Frustrations, Fun & God

July 22nd, 2010 | Add a Comment

Wow! Has it really been over 2 months since I last posted something? It’s been on my “list of things to do” every day. . . . but as the summer months began and school let out for my 5 kids, it’s been a whirlwind of activity here. On top of planning for a missions trip, we’ve had Vacation Bible School, swim lessons, a retreat for my daughter, and a crazy adventure-of-a-vacation in the mountains – camping in torrential rain and wind (thank goodness for a laundry room and hairdryer!), living with deer and skunks on our campsite (the skunks would walk around under our feet – not caring we were there!), seeing a bear (from a distance and safely inside my car), touring underground caverns, and even a tubing … Read entire article »

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What are you Soaking in Today?

May 10th, 2010 | Add a Comment

I know I haven’t posted in awhile – but as I mentioned in a previous post or two – I started taking classes in January. I’m part of a School of Supernatural Ministry here locally, but we are using the curriculum from Bethel’s School of Supernatural Ministry out in Redding, California. I also said this before too – but if you haven’t checked out this church, what it’s doing, what they teach and preach . . . you need to! Their church is not only changing their city – but their reach is spreading across the globe – to bring healing, deliverance, salvation, love and power to the world! Bill Johnson – head pastor (as well as other pastors and leaders from that church – Kris Vallotton and Danny … Read entire article »

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Do you know WHO you are?

March 23rd, 2010 | 1 Comment

I love thinking about how intricately God designed us – designed me! Even down to my name – having my parents choose the name Lori (meaning – Victorious one!) for me. He didn’t leave any detail undone! I was watching my cat yesterday, sitting in the window sill, enjoying the breeze coming in from the open, screened in window, but at the same time – longing to be outside – to be chasing the birds she would see in the yard, to be running around in the grass – nibbling on it, exploring, tasting, smelling, chasing, crouching, playing (with other cats), running – free! I could tell it was driving her crazy to be inside – especially with the windows open! It looked liked torture –to be … Read entire article »

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God . . . "in Love"?!

March 11th, 2010 | Add a Comment

I just have to share this with you today! You are truly loved!!! Did you know that?!! Man – does God ever love you!! 🙂 Believe it! Here’s part of our conversation today: L – So . . . what’s on your mind? How are you doing today? G – I’m doing well – actually. I’m in love! L – 🙂 oh yeah . . . with who?! 🙂 hee,hee. G – with my Bride! Oh man – have you seen her lately? She is beautiful! So beautiful! I am excited for the day that we get to be together – fully – forever! I can’t wait! I wish … Read entire article »

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Facebook – I am a "Friend" of God!

February 28th, 2010 | Add a Comment

Today in church we were singing the song “I am a friend of God”. I started smiling as I thought about the term “friend” and what it has come to mean in today’s society. In fact, “un-friend” was one of the most popular (new) words in 2009. Why? Because of the social networking site Facebook. Are you a part of the Facebook community? At first I wasn’t so sure I wanted to join (I never did get into MySpace) – but then once I joined, I was tickled pink to find not only my current friends and family, but friends all over the world and America – from my time overseas in YWAM (Youth With A Mission), high school, junior high (in sunny FL) – and even … Read entire article »

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Tired? Weary? Pink Dandelions?!

February 23rd, 2010 | Add a Comment

I just wanted to share a private conversation I had with God back on Dec. 26th, 2009. It’s an honest picture of how I was feeling that day – hiding nothing. The reason I am willing to share it with you today is because it was encouraging me even more today – and I thought that it might encourage you! I hope so! None of us are perfect – but God is – and I’m thankful that He will take all of me – and give me all of Him in return! 🙂 Take a refreshing sip today! L 🙂 L – Happy Birthday Jesus (a day late)!! Ok . . . so I know it probably wasn’t the exact date. … Read entire article »

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