Our natural instinct is to consider ourselves as self-sustaining, able to handle every situation that comes our way. We think we have all the strength we need in and of ourselves. Unfortunately, believing this makes us a failure because we were never designed to take care of ourselves. We don’t have what it takes to … Continue reading Supernatural Strength
Tag: patience
While I’m Waiting
Theres's a number of things we can do while we're waiting on our "package" (see previous article) to show up on our door step. We can sit back and relax, doing nothing to keep ourselves focused on the promise. We can allow doubt to creep in because we've spent so little time with the Keeper … Continue reading While I’m Waiting
Patience Produces the Package
Patience is not a strong attribute of our culture. We have been spoiled into expecting things within minutes through the constant catering of internet, cell phones, and drive-through restaurants. Even a potential mate can be met within minutes online. With so much instant gratification at our fingertips, the Fruit of the Spirit called patience has … Continue reading Patience Produces the Package
More Than Enough for Me
Several years ago, I was bemoaning the absence of marriage in my life. It was one of those dreams that seemed to take forever to manifest. “Haven’t I waited long enough?” my carnal mind demanded. “Everyone” younger than myself was enjoying a relationship, but there I stood, single as can be. Surely I didn’t … Continue reading More Than Enough for Me
Red Light, Green Light
Ever run a stop sign, dashed through a red light, or been caught speeding down your favorite street? I have! Most of the time it was by accident – you know, the brain was off in La La Land, and – oops! I’m sure I’ve gotten a few ugly looks as I cut someone off … Continue reading Red Light, Green Light
Christa Madrid 