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To Bless Another is to Bless God Himself

Hello friend, God’s word tells us to, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you…” Matthew 7:12 Today, I want to give you an opportunity to live out that commandment, realizing that when you bless your fellow man, you bless your heavenly Father. Settle in for a story…

Some time ago I realized it had been a long while since I’d heard from a dear reader who had been with me from the conception of this site and who used to write to me frequently. I became concerned and tried to find her. I ...

Make sure your children hear you first

Let’s get one thing out in the open. I expect blow back for speaking to this subject. I’m okay with that. I’ll choose to love those who agree with me and those who don’t. I won’t be silent because someone says to have another opinion is to be intolerant or hateful. I intend to keep speaking truth in love as long as I have voice and opportunity because one day I’ll stand before God and answer for what I did with what I knew. That said…

I am deeply grieved at the injustices being done to our child...

Praise for Ordinary Days

Hello friend, it’s Shellie dropping in for a visit with news from the parental front, but first, a reminder.  Do remember, that I only remind you, because Father God has first had His way reminding me. 

That said, our ordinary days are not a postscript or a place keeper between more important events. And they aren’t side notes to what God is calling us to do. ⁣All the moments of our lives are His, and all of them are holy when lived before Him and to Him. Share your newsletter with a friend that...

Ask the right question and find The Answer

…How often I wanted to gather your children together, the way a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were unwilling. Matthew 23:37

Those words were with me when I opened my eyes this morning and they were still circling in my thoughts as I took my coffee to the back porch and sat down to pray. I recognized them as the mournful lament Jesus once spoke over the holy city of Jerusalem, but honestly, I felt like He was repeating them to a whole shell-shocked world of people who have denie...

A story to help you hang in there and not give up!

Hey friend! I’m knee deep in writing on the Gospel of John study I’ve mentioned to you before. My deadline is late August to turn it in to my publisher and I would love your prayer support as I write. But right now, I’m stopping to encourage YOU. Meet me in the video below and invite a friend to join us. God loves you and so do I!

Hugs,
Shellie

 

Join Shellie and Jenny Dean Schmidt on The Story Table

Hello my friend! I interviewed Jenny Dean Schmidt, AKA The Channel Mom, on The Story Table. She has a new book out called, “Mom, You’re Amazing”, right here in time for Mother’s Day! Trust me, you’ll love Jenny! Everyone does. You can join our conversation here.  It may be geared toward moms, but Jenny has so much to say about where we are and how we can help stabilize our families and communities coming out of this pandemic. This is a listen for all of us! You can find find out more about Jenny...

Have You Seen the hot new show? “What’s Up With Weston”!

Hey friends, 

I’m dropping in to tell you about a brand new show called “What’s Up with Weston!” That would be my youngest grandson, and this would be his first episode. ~smile~ Check it out. There’s an invite for you in the middle of it!

Hugs, Shellie

 

Resurrection Sunday — Jesus Keeps His Word!

I’m back, true to my word. But of exceeding more earth shaking life-changing eternal significance, Jesus kept His Word! He’s alive! Praise Him! What’s more, Jesus continues to keep His Word to us this day and everyday. Somebody needs to help me shout!

It’s Saturday evening in my corner of the world. I’ve got the kitchen smelling up nicely for Easter dinner, and someone (all fingers pointing back at me) needs to do some light housekeeping before guests arrive tomorrow. No worries. It’ll get done,...

A Salad Shout Out and a Promise to Return!

Hey folks! It’s an absolutely beautiful day here in northeast Louisiana, after a stormy night. I hope you’re well in your corner of the world. Between parents and grandchildren and my writing deadlines, this full-fledged member of the sandwich generation is meeting herself coming and going. But, I haven’t forgotten you! Case in point, it occurred to me that y’all might enjoy my Bodacious Broccoli Salad on your Easter table. I’m on the way to see a grand play in her first tennis tournament, but I...

A Salad Shout Out and a Promise to Return

Hey folks! It’s a beautiful day here in northeast Louisiana. I hope you’re finding it so in your corner of the world. Between parents and grandchildren and my writing deadlines, this full-fledged member of the sandwich generation is meeting herself coming and going. But, I haven’t forgotten you! Case in point, it occurred to me that y’all might enjoy my Bodacious Broccoli Salad on your Easter table. I’m on the way to see a grand play in her first tennis tournament, but I have a lot more thoughts...