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The Gem Cutter

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21 May

~ A reflection by my daughter A lapidarist is a gem cutter: someone who cuts, grinds, and polishes stones to make them beautiful. This is about a special kind of gem cutter. He is a craftsman who can work miracles. The Gem Cutter first finds rocks that are broken and jagged. Sometimes, He ... Read More about The Gem Cutter

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Seeing God’s Blessings in the Chaos

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9 Oct

Seeing God's blessings in the midst of the chaos is sometimes a bit challenging. There are times you can just feel the enemy throwing curve ball after curve ball. It gets tiring to be constantly swinging. However, stepping out of that batter's box for a moment, taking a breath, and focusing your ... Read More about Seeing God’s Blessings in the Chaos

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Build A Solid Foundation

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27 Sep

A solid foundation is crucial, both physically and spiritually. We need a solid foundation to build upon whether we are building a house or building our faith if we want it to hold up through the storms and trials that come our way. My husband shared this in an article he wrote for a ... Read More about Build A Solid Foundation

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Be Strong and Courageous

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20 Jul

Joshua 1:9 tells us to “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Sometimes that is easier said than done, right? Almost 30 years ago, Brian and I set out on our journey together. We thought that journey would be ... Read More about Be Strong and Courageous

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Trusting God’s Call

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30 Nov

Trusting God's call on your life can fill you with a lot of uncertainty, especially when it seems to be a deviation from where you thought you were supposed to be. When God calls, He doesn't always give the details. Following God is always taking a bit of a leap of faith, even when you believe you ... Read More about Trusting God’s Call

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A Word of Encouragment

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.

2 Corinthians 12:9

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Hi!  I’m Misty, mom of 3 plus 1 fabulous daughter-in-law, and Nonna to 1 perfect grandson.  I love Jesus, taking care of my family, homeschooling, and essential oils.   You can read more about me and our grace filled journey here.

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