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Out of the Valley of the Shadow of Death

I debated whether to share this story, but I have no choice. I have run into so many people who are struggling and wonder if there is any hope. This is exhibit “A” that there is hope! In this post is the unbelievable entry I wrote in my journal over ten years ago and the story of how God’s amazing …

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What is the Secret to Taking a Leap of Faith?

When my daughter Traci was just a little girl, I watched as she moved to the edge of a staircase and peaked over the edge. She was only about 8ft in the air but it was a huge jump for a tiny girl. She was about to demonstrate the secret to taking a leap of faith.

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4 Steps to a Spectacular 2015

Millions of people are looking forward to the first days of 2015 like a child looks forward to a new school year.  Remember the anticipation? The slate was clean. A new chance to get better grades, make new friends and take hold of exciting opportunities. Why then did so many of those years slip by without change?  What could have …

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Questions that Lead to Freedom from Fear

As we were driving to our beautiful mountain getaway in Colorado, my then three year old Granddaughter, Jadyn, asked where our cabin was located. I pointed to the mountains in this picture and said: “Our cabin is located right where those five lines come down the mountain.” She stared intently at the mountains for several minutes. Then the following conversation …

Stinkin Thinkin!

A recent article by David Burns in Psych Central identified the top ten types of “Stinkin Thinkin;” negative ways of thinking about ourselves that diminish the quality and potential of our lives. I was astounded to discover that I have occasionally entertained some of these destructive thoughts. It was refreshing and helpful to see them identified. Out in the open, …