by Debbie W. Wilson | Sep 11, 2023 | Blog, Life Experiences, Refreshing Faith, Thanksgiving, Writing
“What can we do to bring you out of hiding?” My extraverted friend said with an exaggerated sigh. “I’m not hiding,” I said. “I just don’t like being the center of attention.” Building up to the release of Little Strength, Big God required stepping out of my comfort...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Sep 3, 2023 | Battles, Bible Study, Blog, Book Review
Is any part of your life falling apart? As I’ve watched our country disintegrate, I’ve done more than my share of grumbling and lamenting. From grief to indignation to despair, my emotions have swung the gamut of frustration. Like the Psalmist, I’ve cried out, “How...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Aug 28, 2023 | Bible Study, Blog, Faith, Fear
Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.” —Psalm 20:7 I tend to associate faith with feeling confident. A fearless, ready to tackle the world attitude. But that’s not the picture the heroes in Hebrews 11 paint. Moses...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Aug 7, 2023 | Battles, Bible Study, Blog
[Who] quenched the fury of the flames.” —Hebrews 11:34 (NIV) How do you respond when the world you know and trust flips upside down and the wicked land on top? Retreat? Lash out? Or stand steadfast? We can only imagine the horrors Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and...
by Guest Post | Jun 19, 2023 | Blog, Book Review, Prayer
Horace Williams Jr. is a fellow blogger who has written some inspiring books on prayer. I’m currently enjoying his new book Unleash the Power of Prayer in Your Life. Horace writes from personal experience. I invited Horace to encourage us on prayer and introduce...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jan 30, 2023 | Aging, Blog, Perseverance, Refreshing Faith
Has pain ever tempted you to wish your days away? Years ago, one of George MacDonald’s short stories struck me. I could relate to the boy in the story who wanted to speed through the hard parts of life. While I don’t remember the name of MacDonald’s story or its...