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End of Life
“End of Life,” that’s the phrase that’s been highlighted to me in this season. Earlier this year I woke up to the chirping of our carbon monoxide detector. I had never heard it beep before. It was early in the morning and […]
Author: Alison Strutz
The Resolution and Jesus
Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. James 1:15 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have […]
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Get Your Affairs In Order
For since in the wisdom of God the world through its wisdom did not know him, God was pleased through the foolishness of what was preached to save those who believe.1 Corinthians 1:21 I’m going start this blog post with a prayer. Dear God, You […]
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Living Intentionally for Eternity
As I have been preparing for the next chapter the Lord has for me I’ve been experiencing incredible resistance. I need prayer! God has trusted me with this story and I believe He will bring it forth in his perfect timing. I […]
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Processing Grief During the Holidays
As the holidays approach I am always utterly aware that for some people it is not a season of joy but rather a season filled with reminders of loss, hurt and unprocessed pain. This year I’ve decided to give myself and […]
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Processing Pain with God
God has his ways to help me process pain. And what can I say…? It’s painful! Today God had me review a ten page blog post called “Three Step Process to Honor Your Feelings While Decluttering.” I highly doubt I would ever […]
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Reality Check
Today I want to start today from where I’m at. I believe God loves everyone. I’m not enjoying life right now because I am in A LOT of pain. I want my family to be saved. I want ALL of my family […]
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God Can Handle My Problems
Scripture Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 Observation This verse shows me that I am supposed to give my worries to God. The Lord of all creation cares about me. Application I need to remember that […]
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God’s Hand Saves
Scripture Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand you save me. Psalm 138:7 Observation God is the one who saves. His hand […]
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You Have To Have A Birthday
Don’t you realize that you have to be born again? You have to have a birthday! I know that some of you don’t want your dirty laundry aired for the whole world to see. But consider this, we all will have to […]
