- something we never did before because everyone else thought it was too boring. I learned the best spot to kayak on Currituck Sound and walked on the beach at high tide when there was practically no beach left. And through it all, I knew God was at my side, filling my heart with peace. The closest I got to sad was feeling a little guilty about having so much fun doing just what I wanted. And then I remembered: Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus (1 Thessalonians 5:18) Whatever time this is for you, dear friends, it won’t last. If you are swamped taking care of little ones, remember someday soon they’ll be grown. If you are mourning or weeping, remember someday your heart will heal. If things are going great, chances are that won’t last either. So whatever time it is, give thanks, and rejoice, for God is with us in every moment.
Signs and Wonders by Karen Ruhl
As a Photojournalist, I often talk to God and ask Him to show me what He wants me to photograph. I love photographing signs on buildings as they tell such a history of the area we are visiting. Have you ever asked God for help? We aren’t supposed to ask for signs, although in Isaiah 7:11 NKJV, the verse reads, ““Ask a sign for yourself from the LORD your God; ask it either in the depth or in the height above.” I think most of us ask for help and just want to feel that our prayers are being heard. God wants you to ask Him for his help. He does not want us to try to handle things on our own. The Bible is full of verses letting us know how much God loves us and wants the best for us.
Dr. Colleen Arnold is a family physician in Lexington, VA. She is also a widow and mother of three young adult daughters.
Psalm 121:2 My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. NIV
Matthew 7:7 NIV says “Ask, and it will be given to you; She enjoys hanging out with family and friends, taking seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to care of her patients, writing, walking, and working on you.” her blog at https://colleenarnold.org/ I have moved so many times in my lifetime and each time, You can also connect with her on Facebook at I have tried to acclimate in my new home. One of my https://www.facebook.com/ColleenArnold.Author favorite lines that people have asked me over and over is, “You aren’t from here, are you?” For a long time, it made me feel like a stranger in town, one that would never be welcomed. And then, I saw a sign with Psalm 37 written in bold letters. I looked it up and read this verse, “Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” from Psalm 37, verse 3-4 NIV. And there was my sign! He is always there, looking over us and listening to our prayers. He wants to hear from you. Amen!
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