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In my family we were taught at a young age to keep some things private. There were times we'd be driving somewhere with dad growling at us kids. Then, when he pulled into the parking spot he'd command us, Okay now, everybody put a smile on your face and look happy. Don't get me wrong,... Continue Reading →
At one point in time I was praying to Lord. I was healing from sexual abuse, my marriage was a struggle, our finances were a challenge, and my alone time with the Lord was the only peace and serenity I had. I cherished that time with him. I looked forward to it every day. So... Continue Reading →
One spring the Lord showed me a perfect example of patience and forgiveness. Our son decided he was Captain America, and in one movie Ironman nicknames Captain America, Cap. So our son told us to call him Cap. We had forgotten to call our son Cap. Every time we forgot he cheerfully smiled and said... Continue Reading →
As I was grieving about my marriage one autumn, and wishing for a different life, I mentioned to God that all I wanted was what any young girl wanted: a knight in shining armor to sweep her off her feet, be faithful to her, and protect her. However, the Lord then reminded me what a... Continue Reading →
Years ago when I gave my life to the Lord I started dating again, not long after my divorce. I prayed and asked God for guidance regarding this new relationship. I didn't hear any clear answers, so I moved forward with the relationship. After all, I gave my life to Jesus and was reading the... Continue Reading →
Our land had been very dry one spring because we received very little moisture the previous winter. Also, my husband at the time was very busy at work. He worked in agriculture, so no rain meant no days off. My daughter and I began praying. We prayed: God, we need moisture! Please send moisture to... Continue Reading →
A while back I saw a Christian counselor because I had a lot of unresolved anger, bitterness, and hurt stored up. I learned how to recognize shame messages, choose to forgive, give God my issues without holding onto them, and focus on the positive things in my life. However, there was still one area of... Continue Reading →
My husband at the time came home one day and proudly told me he licensed our new camper, but he didn’t tell the courthouse the actual purchase price so we wouldn’t have to pay the full amount for taxes. I was extremely disappointed and angry! Many people think Christians are hypocrites because we don’t practice... Continue Reading →
At one point in time, as I was learning to seek my Lord, I got so busy I could hardly think. I have since learned that if busyness is successful in keeping you from knowing God, then the devil will use it over and over again. My daughter was little at the time so she... Continue Reading →
With the threat of going back to court with my ex-husband, and large bills waiting to be paid off, my then husband and I found out we were going to have a baby. So I got on my knees in the bedroom. I cried, then I prayed to my Father in heaven. I told my... Continue Reading →
Katie Nelson Rau 