As a teenager I was very focused on, among other things, knowing what I could and could not do and what I was or was not allowed to do. As a person who likes to know the facts, that was very important to me. My mother was usually pretty clear about what was or was … Continue reading Others May, But I Cannot
Peaceful Living
Good day (or night), I am a recovering people pleaser. Yes, I said it. People pleaser. From early childhood all the way into my early thirties I wanted everyone to be happy, have everything that they needed and wanted, their way, on their schedule, etc. But, the strange thing is...drum roll please...I still wanted things … Continue reading Peaceful Living
Peaceful Enemies
The Israelites certainly knew what it was like to have enemies. In fact, time spent studying their enemies quickly reveals their relationship with God as His chosen people as the primary reason why many groups were opposed to them. In many instances the Israelites had not even come into contact with these groups and had … Continue reading Peaceful Enemies
Sanguine Mango 