Small faith

 

The mustard seed is very tiny. In fact, it measures only 1 to 2 millimeters.  Here it is pictured in a child’s hand:

In Matthew 17:20b, Jesus says, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”

I always thought I needed big faith to accomplish God’s will and His plans for my life. But really, what He’s telling us here is that we just need a little faith, even the faith the size of a mustard seed, and nothing will be impossible for us. However, our faith is not in our faith, but in our God. God wants to do limitless great things through us. We are not adequate in ourselves, but our adequacy is in God.

God wants to do great things through you. All you need is faith in Him—even small faith.

“Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us.” Ephesians 3:20

Have a great day!😊

Reunion

 

Every year, my girlfriends, Jen and Katy, that I went to medical school with, meet me in Florida, and we spend at least four days together reminiscing and catching up. Some years, we bring our families, but this year, it was just the girls. We met recently and had a blast!

From our welcome to the hotel, to our spa services, to our pool time, to nature walks, and to dinners, we had a wonderful time together. 

 

                                                                                                      

 

We were able to spend needed quality time together away from our busy medical schedules, just resting, talking, and hanging out. It was sheer joy! Not only that, but I was able to see friends in Florida I enjoy catching up with at the hotel. I’m so blessed with such wonderful friendships. Can’t wait for next year! I truly have the best friends, and I thank God for them all!

Celebration

 

September 9 marks 24 years of survival for me and 7 years of survival for my mom from breast cancer. My husband and daughter took me out to dinner to celebrate the life God has granted me beyond the age of 30.  Isn’t He awesome? I’ve been so blessed, and I’m so grateful for his mercy.

We enjoyed a yummy dinner at Ruth Chris and lots of laughs. The restaurant treated me to a sweet dessert with a wonderful message. 

I’m so thankful for my loving husband and sweet and silly teenager. They keep me laughing!

Yesterday, I was able to celebrate with my mom over lunch and grocery shopping. We were living large!  Celebrate each day and be thankful!

Would you like to read this book? Excerpt from Lavender Sky

 

A short, fun “About Me” video! Enjoy!

 

A hello from me and a chat about Lavender Sky

 

Rough day?

 

Do you ever feel like you have to forever be reminded of God’s love and faithfulness? That’s totally me.  Sometimes I think it’s just the being human thing, but other times I realize it’s the constant warfare we’re battling in this world.  If I seriously think about it, in only a 24-hour period, I can easily be overwhelmed by negative news headlines, negative people, sadness in the world, and my own negative, anxious thoughts.  In fact, I would say my own thoughts are my own worst enemy.  

We all live with day-to-day decisions and associated drama in our jobs, homes, child-rearing, and relationships. Add in world affairs, disease, trauma, unkindness, and resentfulness, and you’ve got a recipe for chaos, anxiety, and no peace. It’s looking pretty ugly and hopeless, isn’t it?

We take a moment, and we pray for help, for strength, for anything good. Then, in walks Jesus into our day, right into our mess. He reminds us that He is in control of this world.  He knows what is happening, and He has a plan for the world and for you and me. He says, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5b). He sees our situations and He tells us that He will fight for us, that we only need to be still and wait on him (Exodus 14:14).  He reminds us we are His. “Know that the Lord is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the sheep of His pasture.” (Psalms 100:3). He gives us strength to get through our days and holds us up. “Fear not, for I am with you. Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you.  I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10).

So this is just a reminder for us, as we do battle in this world, that we don’t have to do this life alone.  We are worthy of God’s love and protection because of Jesus.  He is always with us.  He fights our battles. He gives us strength. He holds us up. And most of all, He loves us.  “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believes in Him will not perish but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16):

Take those promises to your daily battle, and have a great day!❤️

Some Enjoyable Reading

 

For those of you who like Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility and stories similar to those and set in that time period, I’ve got some gems for you. These historical fiction stories are marvelous and will keep you reading until the end. Want a happy, satisfying ending? You’ll get one in these stories.  Plus, these authors know how to tell a story. You won’t be disappointed. Let me know what you think!

Sally Britton:

His Unexpected Heiress

Miss Devon’s Choice

Courting the Vicar’s Daughter

Discovering Grace

Saving Miss Everly

Engaging Sir Isaac

Reforming Lord Neil: A Regency Romance

Rescuing Lord Inglewood

A Companion for the Count

Sir Andrew and the Authoress

The Earl and His Lady

A Haunting at Havenwood

Jennifer Joy:

A Splendidly (Un)suitable Match

Fitzwilliam Darcy, Traitor: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

Fitzwilliam Darcy, Poet: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

Fitzwilliam Darcy, Guardian: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

Be Still

 

Hi friends! Can you believe it’s almost February? 2023 is moving right along. In my last blog article, I told you about some health problems I had been having. I was to have a biopsy of a neck lymph node. I was very concerned about the return of my breast cancer from over 20 years ago or possibly the metastasis of a new cancer from somewhere else. I put the situation in God’s hands, and I knew He would come through for me no matter what—whether the lymph node was benign or I had to deal with cancer again.  He has always been faithful to me. 

On January 25, I went to the hospital for an ultrasound-guided biopsy. The radiologist came into the room to scan me for the lymph node. He spent a few minutes running the transducer up and down my left neck, then he looked at me and said, “There is nothing here to biopsy.” I have to say, I had immediate tears of joy as I realized what he meant. He couldn’t find an enlarged lymph node because there wasn’t one.

So, I’m here today to share a praise report with you. God is amazing. He can do anything. I know this. When our greatest fears are hanging over us, we can be still and know that God is fighting for us when we put our trust in Him. Whatever you’re going through today, whether it be a broken relationship, health issue, financial hardship, depression, grief, or whatever is hurting you, remember to take it to God and then be still and let Him fight for you. Remember, He can do ANYTHING. 

Exodus 14:14 says, “The Lord will fight for you; you only need to be still.”