Tag Archives: faith

The Big C

Posted on September 11, 2014 by verawrites

Somehow this subject is coming up… among friends, family, neighbours… and having read Christine Caine’s testimony of healing just recently, I feel compelled to share it. It really is amazing what God can do – through prayers and faith and … Continue reading →

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7 Things Every Writer Must Know to Thrive and Survive

Posted on March 12, 2014 by verawrites

I enjoy Twitter – I get exposed to some helpful information, inspirational quotes and links to great websites and blogs. Cathy Ostapchuk tweeted about this post by Kurt Bubna. It was a “word in due season” for me, so I … Continue reading →

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The Persian Carpet – Winner – Themed Writing Contest: Design

Posted on October 3, 2013 by verawrites

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“I can’t decide, they’re all so beautiful!” Kim walked slowly up one aisle, fingering the rich  silken fibers, then down the next, pausing at a stack to flip over the top rug and look at the ones beneath. Kyle trailed … Continue reading →

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I made a difference to that one…

Posted on August 22, 2013 by verawrites

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   Reflecting back over my 13+ years of being a true Christ follower, I am grateful to see some of the ways that God has worked through me.  My oldest friend (circa grade 7) was the first person God used … Continue reading →

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Starfish on the beach

Posted on August 20, 2013 by verawrites

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A man is walking along the beach, where hundreds of starfish have washed up after a storm. He watches as a little boy picks one up, carries it to the water and throws it in.   Then he picks up another … Continue reading →

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There is a crisis in my church and I don’t know what to do

Posted on July 28, 2013 by verawrites

Our pastor left two  years ago. He had reached a plateau and it was good that he left. Many of us prayed for a new pastor who would move us forward into a fuller vision of God’s purpose for our … Continue reading →

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FLAVOR OF THE OFFERING- June 17

Posted on June 20, 2013 by verawrites

Originally posted on A DEVOTED LIFE:
“I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.”  Romans 12:1 Thanksgiving Meal (Photo…

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Involved? Committed? Both?

Posted on June 4, 2013 by verawrites

I like to read novels that distract me from the aggravations of rush hour frenzy as I commute to and from work. Currently, I’m enjoying Jonathan Kellerman’s novel “Self Defense” (number 9 in the Dr. Alex Delaware series). Police detective … Continue reading →

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Life Lessons from Les Mis the Movie

Posted on January 8, 2013 by verawrites

1.  Hugh Jackman can sing. So can Anne Hathaway. Who knew? Life lesson: don’t make assumptions based on what you know – there’s always more that you don’t know. 2.  Russell Crowe is a good actor – a fair singer … Continue reading →

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Weird. I am. Are you?

Posted on August 16, 2011 by verawrites

I’m reading the book “Weird” by Craig Groeschel – the subtitle is: Because normal isn’t working. Take this mini quiz to find out if you’re “normal” or “weird”. • Do you have too much to do and too little time? • Do … Continue reading →

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