Category Archives: Self

The Truth Sets Us Free!

Posted on January 10, 2015 by sonflowerranch

The voices haunt me sometimes. Oh no, not that kind of voices. Voices that mock me, reminding me that I am a mess, an idiot, worthless. Anyone else struggle with the voices? When you hear them day after day, it … Continue reading →

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Writing On a Clean Slate

Posted on December 26, 2014 by sonflowerranch

The hustle and bustle of Christmas 2014 has officially passed. The memories and moments remain forever hidden within my heart — isn’t God good? 🙂 This morning I had nothing pressing to do. Nothing, wow. I have the day off … Continue reading →

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Redemption for a Broken World and a Leaky Roof

Posted on November 9, 2014 by sonflowerranch

It is a soggy morning in Eastern Washington. The chickens don’t mind the drumming rain, but the dogs and cat are not pleased. I am a little disappointed because it looks like it will be our last “warm” day of … Continue reading →

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Extending Grace

Posted on September 24, 2014 by sonflowerranch

Have you ever been hurt or betrayed by someone close to you? Are you holding onto that pain, with sorrow or bitterness, or have you been working on extending grace? Our wounds may never fully heal, but we have to … Continue reading →

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Back at the Beginning

Posted on August 30, 2014 by sonflowerranch

I am back at the beginning. Reading about the beginning of all beginnings. The beginning of history and Creation: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” ~ Genesis 1:1 The beginning of man: “Then God said, ‘Let … Continue reading →

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The Guilty Blues

Posted on August 27, 2014 by sonflowerranch

I have been down in the dumps the last several days. Feeling blue. Discouraged. Perhaps even a bit without hope. And yesterday I felt like I needed to apologize to a friend for that. For not having an “up” day. … Continue reading →

Posted in August 2014, Blessings, Depression, Faith, Family, Forgiveness, Friends, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Promises, Hope, Jesus, Joy, Life, Nehemiah, Others, Prayer, Psalms, Repentance, Self, Sin Nature, Worry | Leave a comment

Love Each Other and Leave the Judging to God

Posted on August 18, 2014 by sonflowerranch

“You love them; I’ll judge them.” Isn’t that a good summary of James 4:11-12? Our pastor is teaching through the book of James on Sunday mornings. It has been challenging and convicting, to say the least. Joyfulness amidst trials, being … Continue reading →

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I’m Ready to Emigrate and Go Home!

Posted on August 11, 2014 by sonflowerranch

I am studying in the book of Revelation. The outline of this book is perfectly summed up in the words of Jesus found in chapter 1, verse 19 ~ ” ‘Write the things which you have seen, and the things … Continue reading →

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What a Difference a Week at CAMP Makes!

Posted on July 19, 2014 by sonflowerranch

Have you ever been so overwhelmed by something you face that all you can do is keep praying to be obedient? “Dear God, I don’t want to do this. Change my heart. Give me Your strength, Your love. Please help … Continue reading →

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My SELF

Posted on July 12, 2014 by sonflowerranch

Last night I had an epiphany. Well, sort of. Not quite. Actually, something the visiting pastor said in his message struck me. Something that had not really occurred to me before, so simple yet so profound. Most of us are … Continue reading →

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