by Debbie W. Wilson | Sep 15, 2020 | Grief, Hope, Refreshing Faith
I called my friend Nikki anticipating her lively voice and was shaken to hear sobbing. “Debbie, we just found out our son died.” I’d called in response to an earlier text. That was not why she’d texted me. But God had timed my call perfectly. Even though I couldn’t...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jun 16, 2020 | Hope, Refreshing Faith
“When will they be here?” I asked my mother for the umpteenth time. “Soon,” she said. “That’s what you said last time! When is soon?” Our family lived in Savannah, Georgia and my aunt and uncle were driving down from Alexandria, Virginia to visit us. The house was...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Dec 10, 2019 | Christmas, Eternal Perspective, Hope
What if I told you unanswered prayer may be a sign of God’s favor? You might argue that since biblical days many have taught otherwise. If you’re sick or God has closed your womb, then you’ve fallen from grace. What if I told you the Bible shows the reverse was true...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Aug 6, 2019 | Battles, emotions, Fear, Healing, Hope
I grabbed the phone when I recognized the area code. Our friends were calling from across the country. After a recent visit with us, Lon and Trish had returned home and received the shocking news Lon had cancer in both lungs. This friend is like a brother to my...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Mar 26, 2019 | Eternal Perspective, Hope, Suffering, Trusting God
When a fictional protagonist acts out of character, I know I lack the full picture. Yet, when the actions—or lack thereof—of someone I love injure me, I’m offended. They should know better. Why do I give made-up characters slack and assume the worst about those I know...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jan 29, 2019 | Battles, Health, Hope, Prayer
After 16 days of taking oral chelators for heavy metal poisoning, I was beyond exhausted—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I couldn’t hold two thoughts together, let alone think of putting together and presenting an upcoming talk. I asked a closed...