Ever have those moments when you are overcome with God's goodness to you? When you just have to smile and say "Thanks, God"? "Thanks, God. I can't believe you would let me serve you." "Thanks, God. Your sunrises steal my breath away." "Thanks, God. I know You're holding my hand." Here we are at the … Continue reading Counting My Blessings
Jesus Loves Me// History of the Hymn
Jesus Loves Me is one of the most well known songs of our time. Most of us learned it as children, it's sang in Sunday school classes, and is known world-wide. Anna Warner was born into a wealthy New York family, quite familiar with the upper class. When she was just a young girl, however, … Continue reading Jesus Loves Me// History of the Hymn
Today In History// Signing The Mayflower Compact
November 11th is most well-known for Veterans Day. But what most forget is that it bears a lot of historical importance also. 403 years ago, the Mayflower compact was signed. Signed before the Pilgrims ever set foot on land, it took its place in the annals of history as the the first document to establish … Continue reading Today In History// Signing The Mayflower Compact
Thank You, Veterans!
It's Veterans Dayโone of my favorite days of the year. (Okay, let's be real here. Every patriotic day falls into that category for me.) Through the years, I have had the privilege of knowing many of America's Veterans, including many in my family. They are people that I look up to and respect for their … Continue reading Thank You, Veterans!
10 Quotes That Would Make Anyone Wish They Were American
I love a good quote. I mean, who doesn't? Especially when it's incredibly witty and sarcastic. A good quote has the ability to inspire and encourage. When I am needing encouragement to keep fighting a battle that I face, that's what I look for. First and foremost, of course, I find encouragement from the Holy … Continue reading 10 Quotes That Would Make Anyone Wish They Were American
Halloween’s Horrors
It's that time of year again. All the disgusting and creepy decorations come out, gory costumes clutter the stores, and candy is everywhere. Halloween and all its horrors have become internationally accepted and celebrated. Last year alone, Americans spent 12.2 billion dollars on Halloween. That is insane. What's even more insane to me is those … Continue reading Halloween’s Horrors
Resting In The Grace That Holds You
It has been said, in the ages of time gone by, that grace is a charming sound. It is by grace and faith that we receive eternal salvation. It is grace that brings salvation to us. It is grace that gives us help in the time of need. It is by grace that we are … Continue reading Resting In The Grace That Holds You
Honoring The Babies We Never Met
October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. In a world that downplays the value of life and considers babies inside the womb worthless, it is incredibly important for us to remember just how precious each life is. I believe that life begins at conception. Each baby, no matter how tiny, is a life that … Continue reading Honoring The Babies We Never Met
Happy Release Day Seize The Moment!
Can you believe that the day has officially arrived? Seize the Moment is finally here, and I am super excited to introduce it to you all. (Sorry, I'm a little late posting today.) Honoring the Mercy of the Savior Mercy. Forgiveness. Hope. In the conclusion of the Seize the World collection of anthologies. Bringing you … Continue reading Happy Release Day Seize The Moment!
A Revolutionary Miracle// Miracles In American History
It has been a hot second since I have done a "Miracle In History" post here on the blog. No, I haven't exhausted the incredible workings of The Timeless Anchor throughout history's pages. So don't go getting any crazy ideas. I'll be fan-girling history's greatest miracles for as long as I live. Which is why … Continue reading A Revolutionary Miracle// Miracles In American History