by Debbie W. Wilson | May 17, 2022 | Bible Study, Life skills, Relationship with God
A Good News Bible and tiny notepad graced my nightstand through my teen years and college. After climbing into bed at night, I’d read a passage and jot the questions my reading inevitably raised. Questions I thought could only be answered in heaven. I was wrong....
by Debbie W. Wilson | Apr 26, 2022 | Direction, Life skills, Relationship with God, The Bible
One night, my tender-hearted husband let our two standard poodles into our bedroom to sleep. All 87 pounds of Max stretched out on the floor beside me. His younger and much smaller brother settled close beside him. Afraid I’d trip over them if I got up in the night, I... by Debbie W. Wilson | Mar 8, 2022 | Direction, Faith, Life skills
I bet you believe the Lord can lead you. But do you ever doubt your ability to hear God? Those familiar with the Bible know faith pleases God. Yet as a person of faith, I can still be filled with doubt. When doubt paralyzes me the following three actions release my...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jan 11, 2022 | Battles, Life skills, Spiritual warfare
Before we look at how to stop negative self-talk, let me describe my battle with it. Years ago, a knowledgeable guide delighted our group of moms and kids on a fieldtrip to a local historical site. But I sensed her emptiness and wanted to talk to her about the Lord....
by Debbie W. Wilson | Aug 3, 2021 | Battles, Life skills
According to my online dictionary, to manipulate is—”to manage or influence skillfully, especially in an unfair manner: to manipulate people’s feelings.” In the last few weeks, I’ve received several requests asking for prayer. A theme connected these...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jun 29, 2021 | Bible Study, Eternal Perspective, Life skills
Could you use some joy? I was recently reminded of the acronym JOY. Jesus, Others, You. Putting Jesus first in our lives brings joy to our hearts. But how do we always put God first when sick children demand our attention or work deadlines hang over our heads? While...
