Refreshed and Revived at Blog Elevated!

At times the life of a writer/ blogger can be downright isolating.  We long for those moments of tranquility, peace, and clarity that allow us to articulate our thoughts, opinions, and passions for our readers.  However sometimes in those quiet moments peace and tranquility is replaced by doubt, uncertainty, and frustration. We are stuck with …

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Are You sure about the Foundation of your Life?

Is the foundation of your life currently built on a solid foundation?  I want to share why that is vital to you that our lives are built on eternal vs. the temporal. I’ve shared a lot with you on this journey through my stroke recovery.  However, one of the most important things that I’ve learned …

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God is The True Master Chef!

God is The Master Chef!  The past weekend I had an opportunity to watch episodes of my favorite cooking shows on the Food Network that I had taped on DVR,; Iron Chef America and Chopped.  These are cooking competition shows between chefs.  The premise of these shows is that competing chefs must making fabulous dishes …

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7 Promises of Hope you need to Know from God!

Throughout the Bible there are hundreds of promises from God. As I go through the triumphs and trials of renewing my faith and stroke recovery;  I want to share 7  Promises of Hope you need to know from God that encourage me every day. 1- Romans 5:8 states, “But God demonstrates His love for us in while …

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Why Does God Allow Pain and Suffering?

 

Why does God allow pain and suffering?  As I mention on my “About me” page,  I was so confused every night as I lay in the hospital bed having suffered a massive stroke in the summer of 2010.  This is the question that I asked myself as I lay with my entire left side paralyzed in the hospital bed every night.  I was terrified, worried, and upset.

While going through the shock and denial of it all, I finally began to understand that there was a reason God allowed the stroke to occur. I know it sounds crazy but the stroke was the best thing that happened in my life!  I want to share with you 5 specific reasons that I God allows pain and suffering in our lives all of which I’ve experienced. I pray it will be encouraging and also a help to yourself or loved one when they are suffering.Why does God allow Pain and Suffering

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A Fresh Start can be for the Best!

Everybody is blessed with the opportunity for a fresh start at some point in their lives. Whether it be a move, new friendship or even a new career  opportunity.  I recently moved into a new home.  I must say it can be a bit overwhelming but also extremely exciting at the same time.   All the …

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Thank You Jesus!

 Today my heart is so full of thanks.  I am humbled from all the blessings in my life.  Yes there are trials, disappointments, and the temptation to worry at times but the Holy Spirit within me encourages so much each day.  Here a just some of the things I am thankful for. I am so …

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