Count Your Blessings
This old hymn written by Johnson Oatman takes me back to revival days. Oatman says it’s impossible to be thankful and grumpy at the same time. I agree. I find that counting blessings is a lot more interesting than counting sheep! This section is dedicated to taking a closer look at the hymn and considering the benefits of counting everyday blessings as well as miraculous blessings.
Blessed are the Poor in Spirit
By Karen Allen |
Every Wednesday for the past decade I have met with my prayer partner Jean. Before we pray, we discuss upcoming…
Angels in Disguise
By Karen Allen |
I have done a lot of volunteer work in my days but perhaps nothing was as rewarding as when I…
O Christmas Tree!
By Karen Allen |
It’s Christmas Eve. The presents are wrapped and the stockings are filled. All but a few gifts have been distributed…
Do You Hear What I Hear?
By Karen Allen |
“And suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, ‘Glory to God…
Grace to the Rescue
By Karen Allen |
Grace. God’s Riches At Christ’s Expense. Through the death of His Son, Jesus Christ, God allows the richness of salvation…
Halloween and Booble Verses
By Karen Allen |
Strolling around my neighborhood I have noticed more Halloween decorations than ever. Statistics indicate that the purchase of Halloween decorations…