Back in 2013, I was still coming out of the daze of the discard. By November, I was doing very well, though. I had met Mrs. DM and Munchkin. In a few short months, we would become a family, officially. The turnaround in my life was relatively quick and truly, wonderful! I was reminded of … Continue reading “Grateful for the turnaround!”
Category: Encouragement
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving to my faithful spouses in the USA! I know this day may be a tough day for some of you. However, I would encourage both acknowledging those feelings exist AND thinking about what gives you gratitude as part of developing the spiritual discipline of thanksgiving. So, in the spirit of the holiday and … Continue reading “Happy Thanksgiving!”
Thanksgiving as a spiritual discipline
Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. -I Thessalonians 5:18, NLT Why would the author of I Thessalonians command us to be thankful unless this was something we have to choose to do? The temptation is to allow life’s circumstances to dictate the spiritual climate of our … Continue reading “Thanksgiving as a spiritual discipline”
Necessity of faith
Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. -Hebrews 11:1, NIV But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. -Hebrews 11:6, KJV Faith … Continue reading “Necessity of faith”
A song as a prayer
When I was in the darkest hours, I found praise music was a helpful way to strengthen my soul. These songs were sung in faith. We need to remember God’s character especially when we cannot see His goodness in the moment. I do not know where you are in your journey today. Maybe you are … Continue reading “A song as a prayer”
DM Blog Pause Notice
Divorce Minister is going on vacation in early December! I wanted to get the word out that I will be taking a break from posting on the blog starting at the end of November and going through early December (November 30-December 9). You see, I am going with my family to visit Munchkin’s bio-dad and … Continue reading “DM Blog Pause Notice”
Hope, anger, and courage quote
I ran across this quote attributed to Augustine the other day as I was reading about dealing with serial bullies (in Free Us From Bullying: Real Solutions Beyond Being Nice by Paul Coughlin). This quote struck me as very applicable to situations dealing with a cheater. These two things are good and “beautiful daughters” in such … Continue reading “Hope, anger, and courage quote”
Rejected-Ones Tribe
Jesus is “‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’ Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” -Acts 4:11-12, NIV How is Jesus identified by the Apostle Peter on Pentecost? He is The Rejected One. This … Continue reading “Rejected-Ones Tribe”
A song, a prayer, a reminder!
Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God… -I John 3:1, KJV When I find myself stressed, I find I need to be reminded of my place in God’s family. That worry is a symptom of my disconnect from God’s love. One … Continue reading “A song, a prayer, a reminder!”
Sometimes you just need to relax!
I remember sometimes I was just too tired to deal with the situation. In those times, I would put on some encouraging worship music, draw a bath, and rest in the warm water. It was a refreshing time. Sometimes we need just that. A break. I don’t know what it is for you; however, I … Continue reading “Sometimes you just need to relax!”