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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

Do you ever find yourself with too much on your plate? This was a saved blog in my queue.... how appropriate for today! Happy Thanksgiving to you all! Blessings on you and your loved ones! "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever." -Psalm 107:1 Funny that we can literally have too much "food" on our plate, and we end up suffering. Having too much on our plate "schedule wise" can also make us suffer. When our plates are full, we lose priority. First

The Sayings of King Lemuel’s Mother 31 “ The words of King Lemuel, an oracle that his mother taught him: 2  What, my son? And what, the son of my womb?     And what, the son of my vows? 3  Do not give your strength to women,     nor your ways to that which destroys kings. 4  It is not for kings, O Lemuel,     it is not for kings to drink wine,     nor for princes strong drink; 5  lest they drink and forget the law,     and pervert the justice of any of the afflicted. 6  Give

The Sayings of Agur 30 “ The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, the oracle. The man declares to Ithiel,     to Ithiel and Ukal: 2  Surely I am more brutish than any man,     and have not the understanding of a man. 3  I neither learned wisdom,     nor have the knowledge of the holy. 4  Who has ascended up into heaven, or descended?     Who has gathered the wind in his fists? Who has bound the waters in a garment?     Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His nam

29  He who is often reproved, yet hardens his neck,     will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy. 2  When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice;     but when the wicked rule, the people mourn. 3  Whoever loves wisdom rejoices his father,     but he who keeps company with harlots spends his substance. 4  The king establishes the land by judgment,     but he who receives bribes overthrows it. 5  A man who flatters his neighbor     spreads a net for his f