Category: Introspection

Evaluating my progress, rehashing ideas, correcting mistakes, and rethinking previous statements.

When Pumpkins Are Melons

I am not a gardener. I do however, think gardens are a fantastic idea for a variety of reasons; so this year we planted a small plot. We planted tomatoes and Big Jim chiles (for Lee), marigolds (for me), sunflowers (for the girls), carrots and romaine (for David) and pumpkins (for us all). I had [...]

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Insufferable Introspection

I’ve occasionally felt guilty for a particular way of thinking.
It usually happens when I have a good idea or thought, and then I try to think of a Bible verse to go with that idea. Maybe it’s a way to solve a parenting problem, or a solution to an interpersonal challenge. Sometimes I find a [...]

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Good Mom = Godly Mom?

We all want to be good moms. You know what good moms are like, don’t you? Good moms make all their perfectly balanced meals from scratch, plan exciting activities for their children, have an organized chore schedule in place that works well, and never raise their voices. You get the idea, right? But a good [...]

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Walking in the Spirit

For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.
For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.
But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not [...]

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What if the Outcome is Bad?

Lee and I had a long discussion a few days ago.
A little while ago, he had a young patient die. After he gave the orders to stop medical intervention, he prayed beside the bed of this child.  One of the things he said was “Thank you for allowing us to serve you in life. Thank [...]

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Can I Be Mary and Martha?

Can I be both Mary and Martha at the same time?
I’ve been diligent this week. My closet is clean, the yard is looking great, I’ve been getting rid of clutter. I’ve even had time to get out my cookbooks (if you know me, that’s a good sign that ducks are getting in a row). [...]

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Longing for Jesus

Ive been studying contentment the last few weeks. Last week I had the opportunity to read my Bible in my mom’s rose garden. I’m ashamed that I haven’t done it up til now, because the roses (250 of them) are gorgeous and sitting out there really is conducive to thinking spiritual thoughts. But I read [...]

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Comparing Epiphany

I’ve had a delightful visit with Lee’s brother’s family this week (with the exception of Laurel’s ear infection). My sister-in-law is a pastor’s wife who manages much of the music at her church, keeps her house clean, homeschools her oldest and keeps her children looking great even when they’re playing in dirt. There is much [...]

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How Have I Wearied You?

I’ve been pretty hesitant to say that the children are more emotional than normal, but I finally agreed with myself that they are.
Some of the emotion is from fatigue. Company is fun but uses a lot of energy. (even family where I can truly be myself and not feel like I have to entertain [...]

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Faithful Creator

Therefore let those who suffer according to the will of God commit their souls to Him in doing good, as to a faithful Creator. I Peter 4:19
Now, few of us really suffer like the early Christians suffered, but we all carry burdens of some sort. (Paul called them “light afflictions”.) Let’s not quibble about who [...]

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    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
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    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
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