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Which one brings joy, good news or bad news? Throughout a lifetime, there is no escaping bad news. However, you are the keeper of your own thoughts and what you speak into the world. People have an innate desire to connect with one another. How we do just that is up to us. And yet, thankfully, because God made us and knows that we are sinners, He provided a way out for us. Jesus is the "good news." Good news prompts a joyous reaction and feeling. The spirit is lifted when we

What makes you spring into action? Spring is that time of year that is a reset. It allows us to visually see the growth of new life. We feel the pleasant temperatures and warmth of the sun that invigorates us and encourages us to keep on going and enjoy this life. Human beings are in all actuality lazy by nature. If you don't think so, why does so much of our lives require maintenance? Every morning we wake up with a film that has formed in our mouths, and a lovely fragrance

Do you cry or grumble when life veers off course? Written in August 2025: This is day two of trying to make my way home from Colorado. It was a long day yesterday that extended into the morning hours of this morning. Thankful beyond belief for a comfortable bed which my husband was finally able to find for me that was somewhat close to the airport. Most of the hotels were sold out. When I say that I have never seen so many people standing in line, I am being for real. Up unti

To love or not to love, that is the question? Me and My Dad, a loving and faithful man of God. Love is such an all encompassing word, emotion, feeling and choice. Love, very well, might be the beginning. However, love may also be the end. Love is beyond a doubt a decision and a choice that one must make and choose every single day, maybe even several times a day. It says in the Bible that God is love. He created us to love us, and witness and feel love. He longed to express l

How do you perceive the love you were given from your Mother? This beautiful sunset, 2/19/26, is a glorious gift for all who choose to see the good. ”God saw that the light was good, and He separated the light from the darkness.”-Genesis 1:4 Whether you are a Mother or not, each and every one of us has a Mother. A Mother's love is like no other love, unless you consider God's love. Our Creator, God, made us in His image, so that we could "rule over the fish in the sea and the

Does how you feel control your actions and words? This is the month of love, February. I LOVE- Love. However, there are so many other emotions that human- beings feel throughout a day and a lifetime. Good emotions and not-so good emotions. Amazingly, God has used human emotions for His good and our own good. We should not only trust God, but our gut. When Jesus was walking the earth, He was confronted with so many emotional people. He was not necessarily a man who was looked

Do you know the difference between right and wrong? This world is filled with awe and great wonder! Who could have created this world... The majority of us were raised by loving and caring parents, which is a blessing in and of itself. Otherwise, we may not even make it to this ripe old age to log onto JiLLaTTe to read this blog. It is such a wonder that we do have a certain feeling within our bodies that signal to us when we are doing something we know deep down is wrong. Th

The message that "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life" stands as one of the most profound declarations in human history. It captures the essence of divine love and the hope offered to all people. This blog post explores the meaning behind this powerful statement, its implications for believers, and how it shapes the understanding of eternal life. The calm lake at sunrise symbolizing

What number reminds us that we are never alone? Blessed to have two feet on the ground and strength to stand. Blessed to have two hands to type right now, and use them to meet so many other basic needs. Blessed to have two eyes to see the beautiful surroundings, and blessed to hear the nuances and sounds that my silly dog produces. He is currently curled up next to me while I type. Thankful to have a husband, a friend, thankful for companionship. Two is a profound number. It

Where do good gifts come from? As we all find ourselves in the aftermath of Christmas; wrappings, ribbons, and boxes left from the gifts that were given out of love to loved ones. Clean up is essential as we prepare for a wrap up of another year. Reflection allows us to realize that love can be grown from a good gift. Who doesn't feel love from having received a good gift? The innocence of a child can be such a gift when you are in his or her presence. An image of goodness fr

Do you find yourself looking inward when you are suffering? Suffering is a part of life. We have good times, and we have bad times. Suffering is no fun, and honestly physically and emotionally painful. It is a time when we can feel all alone. It is also a time that some of us seek comfort. Why do we endure suffering in this life? "Suffering is hard, and we tend to either focus on the mess we are in or the God who can get us out." -Jamie Harper. The Apostle Paul, used his suff

Do you long for Christmas this time of year? This picture was sent to me by my dear friend last week. It is a picture of the tree lighting in Bethlehem. She had family present, who sent her the photo. Amazing Grace! What a challenging question that would probably be answered differently by everyone. A Mother, might definitely respond differently than her children. A Father, might respond differently than his wife. As my kids are now out on their own, the excitement for me is

26 “ In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.” -Romans 8:26

Do you experience moments with abundant thoughts and ideas that you long to share with others? The first week of 2026 has been one of a flurry of activity. The weather has changed dramatically, and is going to warm up to 70 degrees today. Yesterday morning I sat with my coffee and my bible study looking out the window to the beautiful landscape of trees and bare branches sprinkled with pine trees and ivy. Studying Romans 8 for the past month has been a gift in this time of my

24  For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? - Romans 8:24