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Encircled by the Rainbow: October 2011
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Monday, October 31, 2011. Jesus said, "Let the little children. Come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.". At age 14, I was on the cusp of being too old to demand candy from strangers. I avoided stares as adults tried to guess how old I was. I teetered between the world of child and grownup. I wanted to be a child one day longer. Tonight Allison...
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Encircled by the Rainbow: April 2012
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Wednesday, April 4, 2012. Why Was He Sent? If I could only get my students to follow the leader like these cows! Sprague River, Oregon. 8220;I must proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns also, because that is why I was sent.”. Twenty-plus years of success as a writing teacher does not win me merit points. I am a prophet in my hometown; no one believes me. Jesus prese...
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Encircled by the Rainbow: November 2011
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Tuesday, November 29, 2011. God's Strength Revealed in Nature. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.". Yesterday, the 16-year old bent over his desk and drew random markings on it. He paused, reread his test prompt for the final exam essay and then flipped his pencil absentmindedly through his fingers. The clock ticked. I watched and waited. I can't help his home situation, but...
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Encircled by the Rainbow: December 2011
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Saturday, December 31, 2011. As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.". For the Sake of Old Times.". These first words (loosely translated) are from the famous poem, "Auld Lang Syne," written by Robert Burns, set to the poignant melody of a Scottish folk song, and used as an indelible anthem in many English-speaking countries to usher in a new year. This evening, for the sake of a...
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Encircled by the Rainbow: February 2012
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Friday, February 10, 2012. Yet I will rejoice in the Lord. I will take joy in the God of my salvation.". Laughter rolls through the house like a spring shower dances on a tin roof. Loud. Boisterous. Rip-roaring belly laughs to split sides and buckle you over. Just when I thought the house had died, LIFE found its way here again with the love and joy of friendship. Posted by Rainbow Dreamer.
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Encircled by the Rainbow: He Will Heal Warts and All
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Tuesday, August 21, 2012. He Will Heal Warts and All. He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.". Mom, my foot hurts." Allison held up her right heal to show me a rough spot. John glanced over my shoulder. I think I stepped on something at Deep Creek," she explained. Many people still pray for us and reach out to us. I don't know how we could survive without this support. They ar...
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Encircled by the Rainbow: Magical Moments
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Tuesday, September 11, 2012. Allison and Russell Sharing a Magical Moment in 1997. 1 John 4:8 NIV. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.". It's a snapshot, one of dozens I took when Allison was a baby hardly old enough to crawl. Silliness and laughter and love. God is love. Our family has love. God is a part of the fabric of our lives. Posted by Rainbow Dreamer. Encir...
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Encircled by the Rainbow: June 2012
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Tuesday, June 26, 2012. Three Words to Remember. Venice Beach, California. And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.". Venice Beach looked like a setting from a collection of picture postcards the day Allie and I saw it with our friends. Three words for me to remember: "Peace, be still! Lord, help me look to y...
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Encircled by the Rainbow: May 2012
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Encircled by the Rainbow. Acknowledging God's promise of love and grace in the ordinary events of our daily lives. Wednesday, May 23, 2012. With a Thankful Heart. Baby Lori Posing Beside the Coffee Table. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NIV. Give thanks in all circumstances;. For this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.". Baby steps. Tiny, shaky, trembling steps eventually leading to confident moves. Ballerina leaps, pole vault jumps, and Kentucky Derby speed-racing down the sidewalk. I am a toddler again. I rou...
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