JoAnna Lynn Oblander's Blog, page 33
June 9, 2017
The Measure of a Life…Creating a Meaningful Life
Today, I wanted to share the story of Corrie Ten Boom. I remember reading her book, The Hiding Place, when I was a young girl. It inspired me then and it continues to inspire me. Corrie’s life and the lives … Continue reading →
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June 8, 2017
Adversity…Making Lemonade From Our Lemons
Do you have individuals from history that you would love to spend time with and chat with for a few hours – maybe even a few days? Benjamin Franklin is one of those people for me. There are many individuals … Continue reading →
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June 7, 2017
The Lord’s Work…Building Our Lives
I have met a lot of people who work under the assumption that if the Lord loves them, He will bless them to have problem free lives and He will give them annual vacations to a tropical island, perfect children, … Continue reading →
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June 6, 2017
All About Heaven…Things You Need to Know
Have you ever felt homesick for a place when you can’t even remember ever being there? Have you ever felt homesick for heaven? Prior to my near-death experience, I would feel homesick from time to time for something that I … Continue reading →
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June 5, 2017
Serenity and Finding Peace in Your Life
Serenity is invaluable and it comes with a price; the price of self-control. Serenity and Peace are similar. Both are priceless. I love the writings of James Allen, the author of As A Man Thinketh. The writings and thoughts of James … Continue reading →
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June 2, 2017
He That is Greatest Among You…Giving Service
When I think of the Savior of us all, I think of all his abilities, all of his intelligence and all of his service. His, was an amazing example of the one with the most serving those with the least. … Continue reading →
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June 1, 2017
Goals…Those Who Accomplish the Most
I have learned a lot about goals recently. I have come to realize that there is much that I need(ed) to learn about goals. I believe that I have accomplished some good things in my lifetime but I can now … Continue reading →
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May 31, 2017
Prayer….Psalms 116:2
I believe in the power of prayer. I have seen its miracles and the tender mercies afforded through prayers. I have witnessed miraculous survival and I have witnessed the answered prayer of a child to find a lost object. Some … Continue reading →
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May 30, 2017
Heroes…Are Made by the Paths They (We) Choose
My life has been blessed with many heroes. Some have done things as simple as giving me a ride to church. Others have given me advice. Some have provided a positive example (often without even knowing it). I hope your … Continue reading →
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May 29, 2017
Happy Memorial Day!
Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death by Patrick Henry No man thinks more highly than I do of the patriotism, as well as abilities, of the very worthy gentlemen who have just addressed the House. But different men often … Continue reading →
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