Monthly Archives: May 2014

“Where Grace is in Place”

Posted on May 28, 2014 by elsiephoebe

  Jeff VanVonderen wrote Families Where Grace is in Place. My friend posted a synopsis from libertyforcaptives.com. Here’s my [family ~ job ~ school ~ church], one minute version: Ten Signs of a Grace-Filled [Group] 1.) Out-loud affirming (vs. out-loud … Continue reading →

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Pay Attention to Yourselves!

Posted on May 27, 2014 by elsiephoebe

Amidst a discourse on tempting, sinning, forgiving, and serving, we find embedded a short but strong warning from the Lord: “Pay attention to yourselves!” This powerful, pocket-sized exclamation is as plain as day—but it’s often bypassed amidst other important teachings … Continue reading →

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And… That Just Happened.

Posted on May 18, 2014 by elsiephoebe

I’ve been attempting to get a bead on it—sleuthing the crux of the matter. Being a stickler for the truth takes time. ….. Far be it from me to falsely fling onto Facebook the formidable favorite: “And… that just happened.” … Continue reading →

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Heaven on Earth

Posted on May 15, 2014 by elsiephoebe

  At the grocery store today, I met Irvin and Thelma. They’re coming up on their 74th wedding anniversary. Yes—I said 74th. Irvin is 95. That means he was born in 1919. Yes—I said 1919. The year this couple got … Continue reading →

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Runaways

Posted on May 13, 2014 by elsiephoebe

Last week I set out my “Square Peg” theory (i.e., exit from inevitable failure). I wonder: Did you question my criteria? Think me one to abandon commitments? Assume I teach kids to be quitters? Perhaps you decided this means I … Continue reading →

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Square Peg

Posted on May 9, 2014 by elsiephoebe

  ‘Ever watched a toddler with that yellow toy, laboring to insert the shaped pieces? You watch, anxiously restricting your hands as he manipulates the same piece at the same spot—expecting some sudden change. I am that toddler. I just … Continue reading →

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Otherworldly One

Posted on May 7, 2014 by elsiephoebe

= – = Okay, now, get those ducks in a row: ‘Gotta be ready for anything, you know. Gather in one place—batten the hatches: Keep our people on the night watches. = – = ^^^Trust in the Lord with all … Continue reading →

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