Category Archives: Galatians

Abounding in JOY!

Posted on February 10, 2017 by sonflowerranch

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, are you spiritually exhausted, worn, and weary like I am? Guess what, the enemy is laughing at us… “The devil is at church as often as you are. And he stands outside your closet … Continue reading →

Posted in Acts, Apostles, David, Disciples, Fear, February 2017, Fruit, Galatians, God, Heart, Holy Spirit, Hope, Jesus, John, Joy, Lies, Life, Love, Peace, Psalms, Refreshment, Rest, Satan, Shepherd, The Father, The Son, The Spirit, The Truth, The Way, William Gurnall, Worry | 1 Comment

Setting Aside Personal Rights For the Sake of Others

Posted on July 4, 2016 by sonflowerranch

Happy Independence Day to my fellow Americans! “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people He has chosen as His own inheritance.” – Psalm 33:12 May we humble ourselves and pray for our country, that our God … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Corinthians, Anger, Blessings, Faithfulness, Family, Freedom, Galatians, Giving, God, Grace, Hatred, Heart, James, Jesus, John, Joy, July 2016, Life, Love, Love one another, Men, Mercy, Others, Philippians, Pride, Psalms, Sacrifice, Salvation, Self, Sin Nature, The Gospel | Leave a comment

Going to Battle for a Friend

Posted on August 28, 2015 by sonflowerranch

I have the best hair stylist on the planet. Okay, at least in my city. She does an incredible job with my hair, yes, but more importantly she cares about me and my family.  We have known each other for … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Thessalonians, August 2015, Children, Colossians, Ecclesiastes, Ephesians, Faithfulness, Family, Fellowship, Friends, Galatians, God, Heart, Hope, James, Life, Love one another, Men, Mourning, Others, Peace, Philippians, Prayer | 4 Comments

Faithful to Complete the Work

Posted on May 30, 2014 by sonflowerranch

Anybody out there a parent of young kiddos? Do you listen to the “Donut Man” CDs with your little ones? We owned a couple of cassettes (yes, I am that old) that we listened to over and over and over … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Corinthians, 2 Peter, Acts, Children, Colossians, Faith, Family, Forgiveness, Galatians, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Promises, God's Word, Grace, Hebrews, Holy Spirit, Hope, Jesus, Life, May 2014, Men, Philippians, Salvation, The Father, The Truth | Leave a comment

Utterly Spiritless or Abiding in the Vine?

Posted on May 16, 2014 by sonflowerranch

“And let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not grow weary. So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who … Continue reading →

Posted in Blessings, Fruit, Galatians, Giving, God, God's Word, Holy Spirit, Jesus, John, Love, Love one another, May 2014, Men, Obedience, Others, Paul, Prayer, The Vine, Waiting on the Lord | Leave a comment

To Restore or Destroy?

Posted on May 7, 2014 by sonflowerranch

Have you seen the “pet-shaming” photos? They are rather clever and funny: a sullen cat with a sign next to her stating that she dropped a half-eaten mouse on her person’s pillow, an apologetic dog with a sign tied around … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Thessalonians, Children, Consequences, Discipline, Family, Forgiveness, Galatians, God, Grace, Heart, Hebrews, Jeremiah, Jesus, John, Love, Love one another, Lovingkindness, May 2014, Men, Mercy, Obedience, Others, Repentance, Satan, Shepherd | Leave a comment

Let Him Glory in the LORD

Posted on April 24, 2014 by sonflowerranch

Oh, how lovely it feels to be writing again! To have a desk set up – the desk built by Anthony’s great uncles for his father and uncle – where I can “craft with words”, study my Bible, and enjoy … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Corinthians, 2 Corinthians, April 2014, Ephesians, Faith, Faithfulness, Family, Friends, Galatians, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Name, God's Promises, God's Word, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Life, Love, Men, Philippians, Praises, Psalms, Redeemer, Salvation, Thanksgiving, Waiting on the Lord, Wisdom | 2 Comments

Shackled By the Past?

Posted on March 11, 2014 by sonflowerranch

” ‘Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day.’ ” ~ Acts 23:1b These words were spoken by Paul, as he began his testimony before the chief priests and Jewish council. Paul, formerly … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Corinthians, Acts, Church, Faith, Fellowship, Forgiveness, Galatians, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Word, Grace, Heart, Hebrews, History, Holy Spirit, Hope, Jesus, Jews, Joy, Life, Love, March 2014, Men, Mind, Obedience, Others, Paul, Peace, Philippians, Prayer, Repentance, Salvation, Satan, Saul, Shepherd, Sin Nature, The Gospel, The Past | Leave a comment

From Useless Things to Mercies and Manna

Posted on March 4, 2014 by sonflowerranch

The day and its trouble shall come. I know that Your strength is enough. * I am so grateful God’s mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23), and I am quite certain I have used up every last “drop” these … Continue reading →

Posted in Acts, Apostles, Barnabas, Creation, Exodus, Faith, Galatians, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Promises, God's Word, Grace, Healing, Heart, James, Jesus, Lamentations, Life, Love, March 2014, Men, Mercy, Nature, Others, Paul, Sacrifice, Salvation, Satan | 1 Comment

Giving Thanks, In All Things

Posted on November 23, 2013 by sonflowerranch

What are you thankful for? ‘Tis the season to slow down, take a breath, and reflect. Is my heart truly thankful, or am I busy reflecting on the cares and worries of my day? Am I giving thanks or growing … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Thessalonians, Blessings, Contentment, Death, Faith, Family, Forgiveness, Friends, Galatians, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Promises, God's Word, Grace, Heart, Heaven, Hope, James, Jesus, Joy, Life, Love, Mark, Men, Mercy, Mind, Mourning, November 2013, Obedience, Others, Paul, Philippians, Praises, Prayer, Repentance, Salvation, Thanksgiving, The Future, The Truth, Waiting on the Lord | 1 Comment