Archive for the ‘ Fear ’ Category

Responding to Halloween

31st October 2011 | 0 Comments

Our children asked us the other day if we were going trick or treating this year. Once again, they have polled all the church kids and figured out that some of their friends go trick or treating, and some don’t. Again, I told them that Halloween is mostly about darkness and evil things. Now, my [...]


Why Not Repent?

23rd August 2011 | 0 Comments

Had a good actual discussion with one of my children about salvation. I mentioned that the Bible talks about a number of people who were reluctant to be saved or repent, and that we can see several reasons for not doing so. We chatted about a few. The pharisees were more concerned about what people [...]


Another Way to Fight Fear

24th March 2011 | 1 Comment

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, [...]


From What Shall We Flee?

22nd November 2010 | 0 Comments
This entry is part of 3 in the series Fear and Parenting

There’s a paradox in Christianity, that, while Christians are told to avoid danger, Christians are also known for their boldness in face of danger. That’s worth considering for awhile. What makes the difference? Are these Christians consistent in theology and practice, or not? It has been correctly pointed out that Christians are not told to [...]


Perspective and Danger

12th November 2010 | 0 Comments
This entry is part of 3 in the series Fear and Parenting

I’m still thinking about fear and parenting. It’s a big topic, which is probably why I haven’t written more sooner. I’m still trying to wrap my mind around it. Long time readers already know that one of the first things I do when thinking about a topic is to try to understand what it IS. [...]


Overcoming Nightmares

8th September 2010 | 5 Comments

I have been blessed with a daughter who has a vivid imagination. We keep a bathroom light on all night, and we have night lights in every room of the lights (I have a husband who thinks lights are cool). Still, on occasion she wakes us up because she has had a nightmare. Last night [...]


Teaching the Children

17th March 2010 | 0 Comments

Today I asked my children what they worried about. I didn’t get very far. Before long, I realized I was teaching the children myself a needed lesson. I told them myself about what worry is and what God says about it. We talked about the things people can worry about: when we say something and [...]


When I Am Afraid…

23rd October 2009 | 3 Comments

Last night I awoke in a foggy blur to a little voice calling my name. At my side was Bethel, saying, “I was afraid you were not back yet.” I assured her that we had gotten back from our date soon after they were asleep, gave her a hug and kiss, and then asked her [...]


What If They Never Saw You Cry?

15th September 2009 | 1 Comment

What if your children never saw you cry? Would that be a good thing? More importantly, what if they never saw what to do when mom is sick or sad or afraid? Children don’t tend to like tears. They don’t like being reminded that they are vulnerable. And when their rock– mom and dad– appears [...]


When the Lights Go Out

23rd January 2009 | 2 Comments

Tonight we lost power for an hour. Thankfully, I had already let the kids talk me into eating by candlelight (you do this sort of thing for poor children who are probably in the throes of grief because their father is on the other side of the earth). As I relit the candles, and found [...]


I hope you have enjoyed reading my blog, but my greatest desire for my audience is that they would be inspired and motivated to search the scriptures for themselves. God promises to give wisdom to any believer who searches for it His way. Here are some Bible study links I have found of interest and help.

Chronological Bible: ESV

Read the Bible chronologically. The first time I read through the Bible in the order everything happened, I learned so much and gained an incredible understanding of the big picture of Scripture. If you've never done it, you should!

Bible Gateway

From this website you can search for scriptures in a number of versions and languages by key words, phrases, or references. I use this website often when I post Scripture on my blog, so then I don't have to worry about typing in the verse accurately.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

This is a fantastic online version of a classic reference tool. Basically this is a list of cross references based on particular passages. Simply click on the verse or passage you are studying, and you will find other references to other relevant Scripture.

Bible Commentaries Online

A list of classic Bible commentaries. Sometimes they're hard to understand, but they can be helpful when you're wanting more insight into a passage you are studying.

More Bible Study Resources

This is a page of links for articles and audio on the topic of studying the Bible. Some are not easy to read, but they are helpful.
The rest of this website has a tremendous amount of resources that may be of interest.


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