Category Archives: Romans

A Compassionate God in a Hostile World

Posted on April 10, 2020 by sonflowerranch

“I will tell of the LORD’s unfailing love. I will praise the LORD for all He has done…” ~ Isaiah 63:7a (NLT) Happy Good Friday to all! It is a fabulous sunshiny morning here in the Pacific Northwest, full of … Continue reading →

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Hope in the Midst of the Crazy

Posted on March 31, 2020 by sonflowerranch

“Having hope will give you courage. You will be protected and will rest in safety.You will lie down unafraid, and many will look to you for help.” ~ Job 11:18-19 (NLT) Oh boy, what a time to be alive! Those … Continue reading →

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Erase and Replace Those Tapes!

Posted on November 18, 2017 by sonflowerranch

“We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ,” ~ 2 Corinthians 10:5  Taking every thought captive includes guarding against the lies of the enemy. Oh boy, do … Continue reading →

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When Life Gives You Raspberries

Posted on July 19, 2017 by sonflowerranch

Splintered. That is how my heart felt throughout much of the late spring/early summer days. Thrown to the ground, shards scattered, reflections distorted like a funhouse mirror. I tried to hold it all together and attempted to somehow mend the … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Death, Depression, Faith, Family, Fear, Fellowship, Forgiveness, Friends, Genesis, God, God's Heart, Grace, Healing, Heart, Hope, July 2017, Lies, Life, Love, Luke, Mercy, Mourning, Prayer, Prodigal Son, Psalms, Repentance, Romans, Salvation, The Father, Worry | 1 Comment

New Beginnings, Mercies, and Months

Posted on March 2, 2016 by sonflowerranch

Onward Christian soldier. You’ve got this! Don’t become distracted by the cares of this world, even when they seem enormous (like Super Tuesday, a lingering cough, a ginormous tax bill, or a mountain of laundry). Don’t you know we follow … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Corinthians, 1 John, 1 Peter, Armor of God, Colossians, Ephesians, Faith, Faithfulness, Heart, Heaven, Hebrews, Holy Spirit, Hope, Jesus, John, Lamentations, Lies, Life, Love, Lying, March 2016, Men, Mercy, Mind, Peace, Philippians, Psalms, Revelation, Romans, Sacrifice, Salvation, Satan, The Father, The Future, The Gospel, The Rapture, The Son, The Spirit, Worry | Leave a comment

Puddles and Other Muck

Posted on January 30, 2016 by sonflowerranch

There are days and seasons in life when things are just too overwhelming and difficult. Just too much. I seem to be slogging along through a season like that, one full of puddles and muck. Last week, my husband’s ministry … Continue reading →

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Shattered Ornaments and Broken Hearts

Posted on December 5, 2015 by sonflowerranch

I wholeheartedly believe this truly is the most wonderful time of the year! Colorful strings of lights transform the ordinary home into a merry gingerbread house. Spicy smells and sweet treats tempt and delight. Personal stockings are hung and awaiting … Continue reading →

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Bitter Words and Fiery Darts

Posted on November 7, 2015 by sonflowerranch

We were suckerpunched this past week with a shock-and-awe confirmation that someone near and dear has been spreading lies about us. The heartbreak was breathtaking. We were left stunned, broken, wounded, devastated, heartsick. Because of lies. Because of the one … Continue reading →

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Embracing Our Mediator and His Cross

Posted on September 24, 2015 by sonflowerranch

“We prefer that God speak to us in the sunshine, but sometimes He must speak out of the storm.” ~ Warren Wiersbe Every time I read through the book of Job, I look forward to the last few chapters– where … Continue reading →

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The Darkness of This Age

Posted on August 22, 2015 by sonflowerranch

Oh my goodness, I have started into the book of Job in my daily reading, and what a timely study. It is always helpful to be reminded who our true enemy is. “Now there was a day when the sons … Continue reading →

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