Tag Archives: blessings

My Name Is Sam …

Posted on May 28, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

… and I hope you get to know her well. My Name is Sam. … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through — my third book and an expansion of the first novella Heaven Shining Through— is at the final, final, … Continue reading →

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The Goodness of God

Posted on May 26, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

… the goodness of God … – Psalm 27:13 I would have fainted if I hadn’t seen the goodness of God. When tragedy strikes where do you go? When a negative situation happens to you, do you question God and ask Him “Why … Continue reading →

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Praying For You

Posted on May 18, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

As we build this community prayer platform, with help from the #PrayerWarriors team, we ask the Lord to listen to our petitions with full confidence they not only are heard but acted upon by God according to His holy will. … Continue reading →

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Wedding Witness

Posted on May 16, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I was truly blessed last weekend, watching my grandson Ryan and his now wife Maddi share their vows. A new journey began and I was fortunate to watch it unfold. As I’ve gotten older, I appreciate those milestone moments — … Continue reading →

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Breakfast with Jesus

Posted on May 5, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Sharing my words from the slanty side of the pulpit today. May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Two men were fishing in separate … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Opportunity

Posted on May 3, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Friday. Time for Five Minute Friday. I do look forward to the writing exercise, meeting with my FMF friends to ponder, then put down and share a word prompt with them. Thanks to Kate Motaung for hosting this party in … Continue reading →

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Salvation’s Story

Posted on April 28, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

This week’s devotion is from the Assembly of God’s Word for Today. Frank usually read about sports or outdoor living, but his sister had given him several gently used novels. He found himself reading a romance where the main character … Continue reading →

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Five Minute Friday — Touch

Posted on April 26, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

Happy Friday. Yes, it’s Five Minute Friday time! You know the drill. We receive a prompt, ponder it and let our fingers translate the words in our minds and hearts. Then we meet at Kate Motaung’s place (in the Community … Continue reading →

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Everything I Need To Know I Learned from Noah’s Ark

Posted on April 22, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

This week’s words for the week is an oldie but goodie. Don’t miss the boat. Remember we are all in the same boat. Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the Ark. Stay fit. When you’re 60 years old, … Continue reading →

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The Empty Tomb

Posted on April 21, 2019 by wisdomfromafather

I don’t usually re-post, but I’ve decided for this Easter season, it would be appropriate to continue this as a tradition for the extra followers than a year ago. So, for my new-found friends, this is for you. And for … Continue reading →

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