Hope
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Contentment
Have you ever had one of those weeks where you notice a common theme? The subject of a devotional, an email that comes over your favorite prayer loop, Sunday’s sermon, this weeks subject at your small group Bible study… Those are the times I pay close attention, because I know God has something teach or…
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Weekend Devotion – God of Peace
For God is not a God of disorder but of peace. – 1 Corinthians 14:33 Paul made this statement in his letter to the church in Corinth to make a point. The original Greek word “akatastasia” means confound, confusion, instability, or tumult. The worship services there had become disorganized and their motivations had turned more…
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Be Sure
The Bible defines faith as “being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” (Heb. 11:1) This verse has always had special meaning for me. I’ve studied the flow of each word, and the nuances of its meaning. I’ve embraced its truth within my spirit where its lies deeply…
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Pounding Down the Door
Our Lord is fascinating! I am sure you already knew this. However in the past several weeks I have been an eyewitness to the most amazing events. For two years I have been writing here at Spiritually Unequal Marriage. I have shared my struggles and the many ways God has supplied my every need and…
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The Right Place
While reading a devotional yesterday, the writer highlighted Habakkuk 3:19. I hunted down this verse in my own Bible, then proceeded to write it on an index card. “The Sovereign Lord is my strength; He makes my feet like the feet of a deer, He enables me to go on the heights.” I don’t know…
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Weekend Devotion – Prayer
Father, you are our center, our heart, our everything. You are brilliant, majestic, holy, and perfect. You are love. We praise you, Lord, for how you are moving among your children, for your graciousness to give us a glimpse of your work and to even allow us to participate! You are amazing. Lord, forgive us…
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My Faithful Father
In June of 2006, I wrote this post about my daughter recommitting her life to Christ. I shared how I had prayed for two straight years, blessing her everyday as she walked out the door to go to school, and then asking God to ignite a flaming fire in her heart for him as she…
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Our Spouse is Not a Throw Away.
How do we survive a setback? I have written many articles about my marriage. I have shared with you how God continues to lead me to joy, contentment and love in the relationship with my nonbelieving husband. But, from time-to-time I experience a setback. Last Wednesday was one of those days. I don’t want to…
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Sacrificial Giving
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I’m wracking my brain about what to give my dear hubby. I’d love to surprise him with something special, something out of the ordinary. The usuals, like chocolates and a romantic card are always great fallbacks. I like those myself, but could I do something more? Maybe something…
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Weekend Devotion – Love Notes
You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you. – Isaiah 26:3 Have you ever noticed how God sends you love notes? I received this verse today in a church-wide e-mail from my pastor today, giving encouragement during a time when our church really needs it. I found…
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The Battle We Can’t See
If you’re like me, you most likely get pulled in multiple directions on a daily basis. Interruptions abound and your self-identity is as apparent and flittering as the steam on the bathroom mirror. And that’s if you even got a shower that day. You’re a mother, a wife, someone’s assistant-boss-you fill in the blank, the…
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Weekend Devotion – God’s Gift of Hope
“So keep up your courage, men, for I have faith in God that it will happen just as he told me.” – Acts 27:25 A dear friend of mine gave me a wonderful birthday present. This is a friend who time after time, God has used to give me little nudges in the right direction.…
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Another Revelation of God
Last July I wrote a post called The Revelation of God about a divine appointment God has set up between me and a woman who was unequally yoked for six and a half years. Learning how her husband came to Christ and interviewing him turned into a unique opportunity to how God worked in this…
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One Scarred Hand to the Other
Fear. That’s what God told me to write about this week. To be honest, I don’t really know what to say about it, other than I seem to be battling it more at the moment than I ever have before. I learned at an early age to be confident, even if I had to fake…
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A Christmas Speculation, Part Three
And now part three. Thank you for staying the journey with me. Praying and believing, Dineen Simeon’s words slid over her heart and settled to a deep ache in her chest. Her son lay content in the old priest’s arms, seemingly oblivious to his true identity. Though the old man had just professed his readiness…
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A Christmas Speculation, Part Two
A pondering of what happened behind the scenes 2,000 years ago continues… Praying and believing, Dineen Joseph crouched next to Mary’s prone form. The babe lay nestled in the crook of her arm, either content in her warmth or unaware of his meager surroundings. Joseph knew not which, only that such circumstances were unbefitting a…
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A Christmas Speculation, Part One
Dear Friends, I wrote this story last Christmas-a kind of pondering of what happened behind the scenes 2,000 years ago, the preparation of events mightier than we will ever completely understand. I pray it blesses you this Christmas season. Parts two and three will follow the next two Tuesdays. Praying and believing, Dineen “You can…
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A Hubby Brag Fest
Let me tell you about my husband. He’s around six foot, salt and pepper hair, wears rectangular, black-rimmed glasses, and has a near genious IQ. (Yes, we are talking Mensa here.) He’s the kindest, most loving man I have ever met. I’ve always felt cherished in our marriage. He’s a great dad, provider, and all…
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A Final Word on Thankfulness
I know, I know. You’re most likely tired of the subject by now. Thanksgiving is over. We’ve seen plenty of posts about it, but I want to bring one more dish to the table before it’s cleared. Thankfulness for our unbelieving spouses. Sometimes this is incredibly difficult, or nearly impossible, but I do believe it…
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Expectations and Disappointments
Around this time of year I find I build up expectations. Expectations of myself and especially of others. Sometimes I recognize the expectations in my heart and there are times I don’t know they exist until they are unmet. These moments are when I find myself awash in disappointment. I tend to be a tab…
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What’s God Up to Now?
You’re not going to believe this. Or maybe you will. Saturday evening I heard a still soft voice. “Invite him to church.” I paused. Or should I say, I froze. “Huh? Lord, is that you?” “Invite him to church.” “But why? He’ll just say no. Or laugh at me.” “Invite him to church.” “Well, okay.…