by Marilyn Nutter | Nov 29, 2022 | Christmas, comfort, December Selah, faith, God's faithfulness, selah, strength and comfort, stress
The Thanksgiving holiday is a wrap. Perhaps you enjoyed leftovers from a hearty meal of family favorites or packed some for the freezer to enjoy in January. Social media posts with photos showed tablescapes with Great-grandmother’s china and harvest...
by Marilyn Nutter | Nov 14, 2022 | abundant life, faith, God's faithfulness, growth, Guidance and perspective, locks on a river, peace, perseverance
Last time we met I described my experiences with locks- not the kind in a magic show, but river locks for boats. You may want to go back and read Locked In: Part 1 before you continue with today’s post. On deck that evening while viewing one of the most impressive...
by Marilyn Nutter | Jul 5, 2022 | abiding and remaining, abundant life, Devotions, encouragement, faith, growth, Guidance and perspective, stillness in God
Several weeks ago, while having lunch with a friend I noticed something different. Finally, it registered. “You have new glasses,” I remarked. “Well, I have two pair. These are my dress glasses.” Dress glasses was a new concept. Having a spare pair if you rely...
by Marilyn Nutter | Apr 4, 2022 | challenging days, comfort, decisions, disappointments, Encouragement and growth, expectations, faith, focus in challenges, God's promises, Gpd's faithfulness
It’s part of my Italian heritage to be sure no one leaves the table hungry. After dinner with family last week, I pulled out containers to store leftovers. I grabbed one container and looked for a matching lid, then two, then more. I stared at the assortment. Not a...
by Marilyn Nutter | Sep 27, 2021 | abundant life, Covid-19, faith, God's faithfulness, God's nearness, grace, hope, power, prayer
TV and social media ads offer relief from pounding headaches and seasonal allergies. After one or more doses of the perfect capsule or tablet, the ache and congestion resolve. Maybe you’re not among those who need those remedies, but don’t we all hope for relief from...
by Marilyn Nutter | Aug 23, 2021 | 2 Peter 1:3, disappointments, encouragement, Encouragement and growth, extraordinary treasure of generosity, faith, God's faithfulness, God's nearness, God's promises, grief and loss
Surprises in the weather often send us to a change of plans. One June, our family drove up the east coast from Virginia to Maine. The further north we drove, the temperature dropped. When we stopped for dinner and saw a woman exiting the restaurant wearing a heavy...