by Debbie W. Wilson | Dec 14, 2015 | Christmas, Disappointment, Faith, Prayer
What if I told you unanswered prayer is a sign of God’s favor? You might remind me that since biblical days many have taught the opposite: if your illness hasn’t gone away or God has closed your womb, then obviously you’ve fallen from grace and are harboring secret...
by Debbie W. Wilson | May 4, 2015 | Prayer
This week I’m excited to have Kelly O’Dell Stanley share some fascinating thoughts about prayer and introduce her new book. As the cover designer for my book, Give Yourself a Break, Kelly holds a special place in my heart! Here’s Kelly: I don’t know...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Jan 20, 2014 | Eternal Perspective, God's will, Pets and Faith, Prayer
“Ask and it will be given to you.” Matt. 7:7 My female standard poodle asked for a rawhide chew. Actually she demanded one. Cosette is quite persistent when she wants a chew. I told her to wait. She waited for two minutes. Then she pawed and gnawed at the container...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Aug 19, 2013 | Faith, Perspective, Prayer, Relationship with God, Trusting God
I love instant answers to prayer. But have you noticed the big prayers, the ones you care about most, take the longest to answer? Unanswered prayer can shake our faith. We feel like stepchildren. If God loves me why doesn’t He hear my prayers? Perhaps God answers the...
by Debbie W. Wilson | May 23, 2011 | Battles, Life skills, Prayer, Relationship with God, Temptation
Have you ever said, “I will never do that?” After Jesus had warned Peter, “Satan has asked to sift you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” Peter defensively...
by Debbie W. Wilson | Apr 25, 2011 | Battles, Life Experiences, Prayer
“Mom, Mom, a tornado just ripped through our yard busting out windows and tearing off part of the porch. The worst part is I don’t know where Ginny is. She won’t answer her phone. She may be driving into the storm.” The weather report had predicted a strong chance of...
