***Friends, I began this article several days ago. The news of the the devastating fires in California, storms in other parts of the U.S., and other life-altering events, hurt my heart! I pray for relief, assistance, resources, healing, and hope. ***
Snow, temperatures, and my energy fell. The morning light greeted me with new hope and joy-an epiphany. “God, thank you for another day.”
A friend and I were sharing the other night about the “busyness” in Christianity. We even giggled saying, “Hurry, look busy, Jesus is coming!” I spent many years in church, yet, was taught very little about a relationship with Jesus. Traditions, doctrine, and religiosity didn’t direct me when I felt lost. And when I failed. When I hit rock bottom, I MET JESUS. It’s not about denomination or determination of “status” due to doctrine. In a “pop” psychology world that shares, “I am enough!” I can proudly say, without shame, that “I’m nothing without GOD.“
Intentional. Deliberate. Purposeful. Why are we all…here?
…”They talk as if the west wind could really sweep into a human soul; but it can’t. They tell us the ‘beauty born of murmuring sound’ will pass into a human face; but it won’t. Or not yet. For if we take the imagery of Scripture seriously, if we believe that God will one day give us the Morning Star and cause us to put on the splendour of the sun, then we may surmise that both the ancient myths and the modern poetry, so false as history, may be very near the truth as prophecy. At present we are on the outside of the world, the wrong side of the door. We discern the freshness and purity of morning but they do not make us fresh and pure. We cannot mingle with the splendours we see. But all the leaves of the New Testament are rustling with the rumour that it will not always be so. Some day, God willing, we shall get in.”
C.S. Lewis, The Weight of Glory (1942)
There’s nothing like the light filtering in through the trees on the trail. Often I’ve wondered about meeting other believers in nature. I wonder why we all feel more comfortable HERE? Ah, to be reunited with beauty–the return to Eden.
Faith, nature, and creation. My love for our Creator and nature came natural. How did my faith grow? How does one come to believe? If you’ve read or seen Lee Strobel’s “The Case for Christ”, his name rings a bell. Lee was an atheist and had a career as a legal editor for the Chicago Tribune. When his wife found “faith”, he was determined to poke holes in her belief. He studied at Yale and was used to investigating. Surely, he’d collapse her faith with evidence. Their conversation was captivating (and LONG–I watched it in sessions).
“But real Christianity is considerably different, and those who know it think in totally different ways. They despise all those shadows of Christianity and false imitations of it. They know by experience that true Christianity is a union of the soul with God. It is a real impartation of the divine nature. It is the image of God sketched on the soul. In the words of the apostle, “it is Christ formed within us. In its most complete, precise, and brief definition, it is a divine life in us.”
Henry Scougal
Are your plans based on purpose? Or are you living hour to hour, day to day based solely on circumstance? Christ-in-me gives my plans a whole new purpose!
The media shares about resolutions, styles, and events–another Super Bowl will be held and a President sworn in–gatherings, new wrinkles, and aging skin. I’ll throw on my old flannel and try to hike when I can.
Cling to Christ and love others-my purposeful plan.
My epiphany? The evidence surrounds me.
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So much truth! I appreciate your honesty and your heart. ❤️
Thank you, Kelley. That touches my heart. I prayed and re-wrote this a few times. Words can’t describe the journey and insight from other authors, spiritual leaders, and what has been placed right in front of me. The whole time? God right in the midst of it all. Maturity or spiritual maturity? Life experiences or just experiences? I never felt part of “this world” even when I was younger. My deep dives into the words of so many theologians, coupled with miracles in my life, have brought me to this point. I pray I never stop learning and growing, Kelley. Thank you for supporting my journey. You’re a precious hearted friend. 🩷🙏🏼🥰
I’m discovering the importance of the word “journey.” So much of my early church experience focused on an event instead of the ebb and flow of growing. And you are welcome. 🩷
🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷 how beautiful, Kelley.
A beautiful statement of Faith, Karla. I have always said we make things too complicated. the Gospel is very simple. As you have shown here, it is a simple faith and trust that God is at work in us and through our faith in Jesus he will sustain us come what may!
Thank you, Dwight. I appreciate your wisdom and kind words. I’ve bet my life on this faith and all the “messy” things of life, that seemed complicated, always have worked out because of faith. I choose to make that simple. Faith tells me to choose to LIVE each hour. A dear teacher friend and I used to giggle and say, “Jesus doesn’t need our help!” I can’t CONTROL everything, but I can give him my heart and do my best to live out my faith and help others. I’ve learned the hard ways. And I’m learning in easy ways, Dwight. THANK YOU!
You are welcome my dear friend! Keep on keeping on… one day at a time!
Will do, Dwight! ♥️♥️
Beautiful.
Thank you, J.K.!
wonderful words, Karla; yes, Faith is the answer; it’s very strong in my life; I try to live in the ways of the Lord. I fail occasionally but get back up. Faith is the answer. IT is also the topic of a coming post. It is something Jesus alludes to frequently —
Thank you, John. Your faith speaks and shows, my friend.
I’ve been getting the same message, John. It’s easy to talk about the weather, events, and our favorite things.
Jesus questions me if I’m following him in every area of my life; and not mention his name. He knows we’re human and is happy he has our hearts. Now, I’ve gotta stay out of his way, for his will! I best listen and do it. Hope you’re well across the big ocean my friend 🥰
thanks, Karla; had a setback a few days ago but it’s righted itself now: must remember: take my meds !
John! John! Do you hear me from over there? Oh boy. Yes, pretty please do as they say! 🙏🏻☺️ I’m so happy to hear it’s righted out now. If not, I’m sure a few of us will head to Oz! 🙏🏻🥰
hahaha; thanks for your concern, Karla 🙂
Of course, my friend.🥰
My life is half direction and half drifting; half purpose and half ridiculous. I don’t like having too much of one and not enough of the other. I like both order and adventure. If there is a God, I sure hope it fits with his plan.
It fits, my friend. My purpose includes direction and drifting!
I appreciate you, Tippy!
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♥️❤️🥰🥾 the sole, soul, and heart, MAK.
Hello little sis! Oh how I love your faith, it feels like the sun on my skin, it’s warm, inviting, and it is efficacious. You are a marvel. I pray for you daily and I feel your prayers landing in my heart. We are all moving in the same direction, some get there sooner, but we’ll all arrive eventually. With every breath I am grateful for this life, for this opportunity to live, to love, to expand my purpose that ebbs and flows like the ocean. I love you, C
As I hurried on my shortened run with the pup this morning – because there was snow to shovel and I had earlier decided 10 more minutes of sleep were necessary – I thought about resolutions – and my personal lack thereof! Oh I began the year with resolve – just not the popular trendy kind.
No, my resolve was bestowed upon me some 53 years ago at my baptism – and my life has been new ever since.
Blessings to you, Karla. Our shared purpose unites us as no other can.
Erika, I knew you’d understand this resolve ~ it’s a restoration, reconciliation, and redemption story!
I accepted the gift at age 8. I really know what “receiving” it is now~ it’s a mutual and continuous relationship. It grows deeper each year doesn’t it? (Like your snow?!)
Our shared purpose~ beautiful! I’m off on my year of this purposeful sharing about it. We’re joined in this way; I wish I could join you on the run on the mountain 🏔️
You inspire me, Erika. 🩵❄️🙏🏻
As do you inspire me, sister!!!
Thank you!♥️🤗
Beautiful❤️
Thank you, Mama K. It means so much you’re here. Sending you love and prayers. ♥️🙏🏻♥️
Good words and thoughts Karla. Resolve to hang on no matter the season of life is hard to come by sometimes. I sure need God’s help to do that, and help he does when I just ask. I love the chickadee in flight…looks a lot like “Faith”
Gary, thank you.
You and the girls (and the rest of the family) understand how those seasons might “dissolve” resolve~yet, when you’re in it, to the deepest part and near drowning~and come through the other side , the resolve just strengthens. Or it seems it does for us.
I’ve wanted to throw in the towel a time or two ~God used those times to grow my faith too. I get it, Gary ( a collective sigh 😔).
In no time, HE places something in front of me, like your beautiful chickadee capture (ALL your nature pics) and I “sigh” at the beauty of his creation.
Your last line. Perfect, Gary. That’s faith!
Thank you for allowing me to share and collaborate on these captures! They’re so beautiful. You’ll enjoy this~ my grandson was pretending to cut out a hole for ice fishing in Alaska. I sent my DIL the ice fishing pic from Minnesota and told her Asher might watch out, just like the pic, Sis might out fish him. They said he’s ready for the artic weather again. Sigh. What a life!
You all stay warm and safe. I’m praying and looking forward to future campfire time, dear friend.
Karla, how I love your faith being lived out! I love this, “In a “pop” psychology world that shares, “I am enough!” I can proudly say, without shame, that “I’m nothing without GOD.“ Amen and amen! Thank you for your heartfelt words, they encourage me! I love you sweet friend and you are always in my thoughts and especially my prayers ❤️🙏🏻
Precious Pam, thank you so much. I’m so happy this hits your heart in a way that shows my faith…lived out!
When I wrote this I had an original paragraph about me (and you, the reader) not being who we were 10 years ago, 1 year ago, and …yesterday!
The only credit I can give myself is by giving God the credit. I thank him for growing my grit and faith, humbling me in the harsh, showering grace in shameful, and lavishing love in literally all of it. He’s never forsaken me. I feel people are either running to HIM (they may not know that’s what they’re searching for) or away from him (not knowing what he CAN give).
I don’t want to get trapped in this world that is so fleeting, Pam. With an eternal perspective, this stuff that gets under my crawl, isn’t worth a hill of beans in the long run. We’re just passing through and I need to let it go and let love lead. I’ll keep praying for wisdom so I don’t lose focus!
I’ll never compromise in my eternal belief or fall for the “just feel good” agenda and collecting more worldly worries. I know you understand. Thank you both for your love, encouragement, and prayers. I love you, Pam. 🙏🏻♥️❤️
You have experienced the refiner’s fire, my friend!
❤️ oh, Pam! Yes!! 🙌🏻
Wonderful Message Karla.
Faith in Christ is not about rituals, but about a personal, transforming relationship with Him. His love and compassion in us guide our purpose, teaching us to live with love and kindness toward others, reflecting His heart in all we do.
Willie, you know this and show it, brother! Thank you for your heartfelt support and faithful testimony!
I love your words! “His love and compassion in us guide our purpose, teaching us to live with love and kindness towards others, reflecting His heart in all we do.”
You’re the real deal in that, brother! You and yours are loved. I’m sending blessings and hugs to you all,♥️🙏🏻
To God Be the Glory and Praise, my Dear Sister. Thank you for your kind words and love. Blessings and hugs to you and yours as well ♥️🙏🏻
I love that you used a quote from C.S. Lewis. I think I’ve read almost everything he wrote. Your faith is inspiring for all of us.
Marilyn, thank you. His books continue to impact my faith walk. I appreciate your support.
All the bad times just confirms that His coming is close. 2 Peter 3:14 says for us to be without spot, at peace, and without fears. It is all about being alone with Him so He can remove all our spots and fears and give to us His peace. He is always telling me to be at rest. I get my eyes on circumstances and that is not rest. So I am learning to be at rest. That is what is most important to Him. He will take care of the works in my life. I am to be at rest.
I love you so much, Karla. You are so special! Your words show that you are right on girl! We can learn a lot from others. But not near as much as being alone with Him. That is where true strength to make it comes from. I have been blocked from YouTube and cannot watch your videos. I cannot watch any videos right now and I think that is His doing. It gives me more time. Sorry I wrote so much. Love you my sweet dollbaby!! ❤️🎶🙏🏻🕊️🌷
Mama Wenda, write as much as you want and feel. I love and appreciate you!
You KNOW! Many want Jesus AND x, y, or z.
Jesus and coffee! A great combo! I want all of “this” AND Jesus. I’ll have the best life has to offer AND Jesus. I’ll walk with him on Sundays and a particular day BUT on other days I’ll do ME. Those scenarios were how I lived once.
I’ve been fortunate to experience enough change to know that being ALL IN with Jesus is the only thing that gives me life.
This world needs things to look attractive to draw people into faith~ a church service with appealing worship, excellent messages, and great nuances. I get it! They need to pay for the lights, pews, and all it takes to keep a door open. I understand and am thrilled people are finding faith!
It’s in my small group of fellow Jesus Only crew in which we can dig deep into the opportunities of what it means to “die to self” and not become entrenched in the comfort culture. Ah, grounded! There is a gathering that meets in my corner community that I miss so much! Things are shifting~ and in a small group of us we’re finding new ways to fan the flames of faith.
On the YouTube~ sometimes it doesn’t allow a watch. I understand what you’re saying. His free documentary is on YouTube, “The Case for Heaven” and talk about eye and heart opening (and some great other stories and people).
Your testament of faith and strength inspire me. Very few will experience what you have and be such a messenger of love and faith! You’re ALL IN too~ I want to continue living this way alongside you!♥️💚🥰🙏🏻❤️
I have a small group from Church that we are growing so very close. It is amazing how the Lord has made it His own. I just left there. What a dream if you could come! I am in Ky. not that awful far away. Maybe someday! You are so special. You have so much love coming out of your words with everyone. Your words are so beautiful! Your love inspires me. You show it all the time. I learn from you all the time.
I love you so very much! 🤗🥰🎶🙏🏻🕊️😘😚🤩🎆🧨
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Such humbling words, Mama W. If I’m ever in your “neck of the woods” it would be an honor to be with you and your small group. I learn from you as you from me! God bless you! I love you very much!💙🩷🥰🤗
Amen to that. The Lord loves you and so do I forever! 💘
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Keep your faith strong.
Thank you, Sadje. ♥️🙏🏻♥️
You’re most welcome
A lovely post Karla, you touch so many things. And that interview was very opening for me because I’ve never really had a church or bible life but was gifted with Spirit instead, to listen and learn.
It began in my childhood when these ‘knowings’ would come through but didn’t have the confidence to speak them. Until one day I was in the middle of a divorce, I was very upset and angry, so in that anger I let God (and remember I was practically an atheist too, or at the least put it into the ‘unknown’ folder), have a mouthful and asked ‘show me, how can there be any love in a world like this’.
So He did. I had just begun my Remedial Massage Therapy study and as clients came through Spirit nudged me with a great love to pass on many healings, be they physical or emotional. And in what you speak I hear the same thing, that love that can be felt by others. A truth that isn’t an earthly truth but the truth of a love found within us…His truth ❤️
And as always, thank you for sharing it kind lady. It is ever gratefully received ❤️🙏
Big hugs to the delightful duo (great pic by the way 🤗), may that love found ever sing His praises. Hope you are well 🥰❤️🙏
My friend, thank you, for being so authentic and opening your heart and soul to all who know you!
Your words are heartfelt and meaningful!
We’ve had similar experiences~ I understand what you share.
It’s funny, Mark. I struggle with technology at times. Yet, I’m finding that limiting my distractions has opened the door to the “media” that’s meant for me! I was reading a report on why our “Stone Aged brains can’t handle today’s digital world.” How multitasking ruins our brains, basically. Immediately I thought of the times I’ve failed at doing “life” according to the world and flesh. I was multitasking with my Creator! I wasn’t giving God ALL~ but to just “clicking” on his tab while leaving 1000 tabs open.
HE is ALL. And because of that, I’m still here.
Finn might think I’m just here for her, tee hee.
With God’s strength, I’m able to do a bit more than I did before. Also, with his grace, I’m able to Rest in him when I know I should. The only balance that might “look” strange~ because on a scale, it tips to HIS side completely ~ and all other things weigh as they should.
I’m so happy you were shown the love and listened to the Spirit. The truth! And you’re passing it on too. Way to go you!!
Thank you for your love and support, Mark. Finn and I send ours to you!🙏🏻🎶🎶🐾🐾🩵🙌🏻♥️
Thank you Karla, it does take us a while to listen but like any learning curve we get better and better (and I’m telling a teacher 🤣).
Your heart is ever there my friend and its glow says your standing in His love always. For myself I thought I had found what I had been looking for, and I had. But there is always more to touch, more to open to, more to give in that found.
Thank you for your and Finn’s love and wishes, gratefully received and most certainly returned in kind dear lady. Big hugs and I hope your year is starting well 🤗❤️🙏
May everyone find what they need, yes, Karla.
That’s the spirit, Mark! Yes! Thank you, my friend.
Yes! The evidence surrounds us!
“The heavens declare the glory of God;
the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” Psalm 19:1
Have a blessed day, Karla and Finn! 🙏🐾💕
I am finally catching up with this wonderful post, Karla. Thank you for sharing this part of your faith journey with us. Yes, you’re absolutely right… Life in the church can sometimes lead us away from instead of toward a relationship with Christ. Isn’t that weird? I am so thankful for the mentors and other Saints that put me on the right path. Even when I didn’t know, I was on the wrong one. Ha ha.
and thank you for the CS Lewis quote. He is one of my favorite authors of all time. Right up there with you.
Seek the Lord while making plans. Seek the Lord while working on the plans. Seek the Lord while carrying out the plans. 🙂
Good to see you post little sister. Will you go on a nature walk in the snow? 🙂
What a beautiful compilation of your thoughts and meaningful quotes. I so agree that Christianity has come to mean a lot of things to a lot of people, but all it is – and I say “all” as an incredible totality, not an indication of simplicity- is a relationship where one invites the God of the universe to live in, with, beside and through them. The fact that He’d even heed the invitation -or die to make it possible – is beyond understanding, and yet, sometimes I am so arrogant as to think I’d be happier without His presence. Oh how I detest this sinful mind and how excited I am to shed it one glorious day!
Your purposeful plan and the divine shine bright, dear sister K. Praying for you every day. I love you! Big hugs! 🙏🏻🩵🙏🏻
I so enjoyed reading this. Your post resonates with me as I am learning about the real Christianity Henry Scougal talks about.
Thank you, Pauline. Your words are heartwarming and encouraging! I’m learning every day–I’ll join you in prayer for your journey, too!
Amen. When we truly pause and embrace the depth the God’s Word, we will discover that our own defined purpose will require a Savior-infused makeover. Blessings Karla for sharing some of Christ’s light.
Such beautiful heart-filling words! I also get excited and filled with wonder (and faith) when I see the light through the trees. Best to you, Karla.
Jennie! Thank you, dear friend. It doesn’t surprise me you love it, too! Sending lots of hugs and blessings! Did my letter arrive? 💙🥰💚🤗
You are welcome, dear Karla! Hugs to you, and I’m sure the letter will arrive soon. 💕
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My father was a minister, and he came to believe in God the same way: he set out to prove that God wasn’t real, and came to the conclusion that he was. And then he quit his job, went to seminary, and spent the rest of his life as a pastor!
Oh, Ann!! What a testimony! I have chill bumps (soul bumps?). I love learning more about you. I can imagine the sermons and messages he shared. Many blessings, my friend. Thank you for your support and sharing ! I love it!
Thank you for including that Henry Scougal quote. I love his definition of true Christianity: union of the soul with God. For all of us, may that union grow deeper yet in 2025! The outcomes could be downright miraculous.
It’s my blessing, Nancy. I’ve been encouraged through his wisdom. Thank you for your support and encouragement to all of us! Yes, a deeper union! Your last sentence lifted me! ♥️🙏🏻
beautiful my friend ❤️ I read a lot of CS Lewis, he had a gift to help to start to joint the dots in finding connections in my faith. ❤️
Thank you, dear friend. I understand ♥️ I appreciate you.
Hi, Karla. Like Russ, I am finally free to set and catch up with this post. What a gift it is that the Spirit sent through you!
The quotes were splendid. Lewis on standing outside, waiting to get in. Powerful. “We discern the freshness and purity of morning but they do not make us fresh and pure. We cannot mingle with the splendours we see. But all the leaves of the New Testament are rustling with the rumour that it will not always be so. Some day, God willing, we shall get in.”
Someday, we will get in indeed. Until then He is bringing the inside to us one day at a time, filling our lives with Himself. How amazing that is!
Scougal spoke well. “They know by experience that true Christianity is a union of the soul with God. It is a real impartation of the divine nature.” This is the Gospel of the Kingdom in its most concise form.
This is a great thing you have posted, Karla. I am greatly encouraged by your post and now by some of the response to it. Thank you.
God bless you and the Finn richly today and always! Rascal sends his snowy best!
Tim
Thank you, dear friend. I’m smiling thinking of how our Heavenly Father is orchestrating everything. In my yearlong Bible study that I began 11 days ago, new thoughts and truths have been revealed. It no longer shocks me at how much I’m learning, discerning, and yearning! The concise form—YES, Tim. That’s it. It’s the union of the soul.
After feeling icky and taking another purposeful stroll in my favorite place—the snowy woods—I FELT what C.S. Wrote. The closest to purity—the pure white snow and places where I was the first to walk—and other places, other feet had been. STILL…I’m on the outside knowing I will get IN. Yet, I experienced the CLOSEST I could get in body, mind, and soul. How can I experience that at home? On the road? In a school? At the grocery store? Watching the news about the horrific fires and devastations? As Walter Bruggerman said, “We live our lives before the wild, dangerous, unfettered, and free character of the living God.” Do we ever REALLY know the uncertainty God has included in our journey?
To recover our heart and soul we have to discover the heart of God—through it all—the beauty and the bad. I think that’s why I love nature so much. There I know that all that has “died” will be restored or naturally removed to make way for the better. In my home I become attached to temporary that does make me comfortable (I’m grateful!!), but it’s not part of the natural world. Ah, that longing for Eden. You know what I mean!
I’m so happy you were encouraged. You always encourage me, too, Tim. Isn’t it amazing to read what others are sharing? I learn so much from my WP family!
God bless you and Rascal! You two stay safe and warm in the snowy weather (all of our snow will soon be gone; we might get more next weekend). I appreciate you so much!! Finn says she does too!
This is so on-the-money, Karla! I wasn’t surprised that I loved the Lewis quote (he’s my mentor), and I truly appreciate Lee Strobel’s work. But the Henry Scougal quote knocked me out. It’s a profound truth in the midst of the shadow-Christianity we’re exposed to every day. The real thing isn’t a religion or a catalogue of beliefs, “It is a real impartation of the divine nature. It is the image of God sketched on the soul.”
Dear friend, thank you! “It’s a profound truth in the midst of the shadow-Christianity we’re exposed to every day. The real thing isn’t a religion or a catalogue of beliefs.” Wow. Yes, Mitch. We’re on the same page and we’ll be on the same “side” of glory one day. I appreciate your support, wisdom, and encouragement always, my friend!
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This was so inspiring Karla. After reading this I realized that I, too, was taught very little about my relationship with God. We went to church, sang in the choir and listened to the sermon. That was all I got out of it, when I was younger. It took me many years to learn to develop my relationship by myself.
Thank you, Diane, for sharing your experience and kind words! I’ve thought about how it could “look” teaching young kids about Walking with Jesus in all the amazing TRUE stories in the Bible. The miracles, settings, and the overall environment of those times and places. How can it be “relevant” to someone like me in the Midwest of USA —and young? It gives me pause. Then, my mind begins to think of how Jesus is not JUST a Savior—but a friend. We’d sing “What a friend we have in Jesus.” Yet, I never thought of him as a friend. Some will say that churches are too “fluffy” and don’t teach the fear of the Lord. I know the Law and the consequences of sin—and I know love and it’s worth. I feel blessed. I’m blessed to know you, Diane, and am thankful for you. May God continue to bless you and yours!
“The media shares about resolutions, styles, and events–another Super Bowl will be held and a President sworn in–gatherings, new wrinkles, and aging skin. I’ll throw on my old flannel and try to hike when I can.” . . . Got my vote Karla 😊
“A man plans his ways, but the Lord directs his steps” – Proverbs 16:9
Keep Looking Up ^ . . . His Best is Yet to Come!
Thank you, Fred! I appreciate you so much!! 🥰🥰 Amen! Keep looking up!
Hi Kayla,
My wife and I were blessed watching your precious video, an inspiring testimony of trust and gratitude in our Creator regardless of whatever mountaintop or valley our life’s journey may find us traveling. Ellen retired from NIH 10 years ago where she served treating patients undergoing aphoresis treatment.
You have our prayers for His will to continue to be accomplished in your journey towards Home, and look forward to praising Him together with you forever someday.
Keep Looking Up ^ . . . His Best is Yet to Come!
Fred, this brought tears to my eyes this morning. Words can’t express my gratitude enough! Will you please give Ellen my heartfelt gratitude for her service for others? Without the NIH I wonder where I’d be today. I know I’m safe in God’s hands~ and undoubtedly, he placed that wonderful institution and amazing people in my life so I can continue giving praise and living/loving and enjoying life here, this side of heaven!
Thank you both for viewing the video and joining me in mountain moving prayers and testimony. I trust God~ no matter what!
Many blessings to you both. 🙏🏻🙏🏻💚💚
“I trust God~ no matter what!” . . . Ellen and I are grateful for your faithful ‘joy in the journey’ through trials testimony Kayla. Thank you sister.
Keep Looking Up ^ . . . His Best is Yet to Come! . . . and we look forward to praising Him together forever with you someday.