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The word "spirits" comes from the Latin word spiritus which means breath or wind (https://thebeerexchange.io/why-alcohol-is-called-spirits/). Alchemists were the first to distill alcohol for medicinal purposes. In the process, they would capture the vapor released during fermentation, but the term "spirits" in reference to alcohol is actually attributed to Aristotle (https://vinepair.com/articles/why-liquor-called-spirits/). Civilizations in history credited magic... Continue Reading →
Recently, I had a friend misunderstand me. Most likely, I spoke in a confusing way. We both love our Lord, and I mentioned the Lord seems to have led me back to the Catholic religion for a time. She took that to mean I was returning to that denomination, only because she was unaware that... Continue Reading →
Sometimes the world feels like it's spinning out of control. Sometimes my family is so busy we see each other only in passing. Our mighty God not only wants us to study and worship, he also wants us to rest. So I present to you today three simple answers to prayer. May they build your... Continue Reading →
If you read my previous post, Wrestling Part 1, you'll understand why I am listing these Bible verses and quotes. All quotes are taken from the Dr. David Jeremiah Study Bible, NIV. If you haven't read the previous post then know this: Scripture says to test the spirits so when we receive a message we... Continue Reading →
In an interview I listened to on the radio years ago, the guest of honor said if God was going to use one in a specific area, he would make that one experience it personally first. Those who have not experienced difficult struggles cannot fully empathize with those who have. The "hard way" seems to... Continue Reading →
Two well known, mighty men of God had only been to Nebraska one time. So when they felt led by the Lord to come speak again, Mom told my girlfriends and me right away. One of my friends and I made a quick decision. We both instantly felt we HAD to attend. As soon as... Continue Reading →
After having studied the Bible for several days, and accomplishing little paid work, I asked God this morning what he wanted me to do today. I felt he told me to work first, then study. It sounded like his voice so I took my son to school, got moisture probes out of the storage shed,... Continue Reading →
Depression is real, and unpleasant. It is a slippery slope where you don’t feel like being around people, but isolation makes it worse. I asked a couple of the ladies at church to pray for me because I was suffering from depression. Winter was colder than it had been in many years, my husband at... Continue Reading →
Katie Nelson Rau 