Category Archives: Waiting on the Lord

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

No Roof Over Your Head

Posted on March 27, 2014 by sonflowerranch

There is nothing like climbing into bed after a crazy long day. Burrowing into your pillow, tugging the blankets up to your chin, listening to the gentle blowing of the wind and the low drumming of rain. Where your roof … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation, Family, Fear, God, God's Faithfulness, Grace, Heart, Heaven, James, Jesus, Job, Life, March 2014, Men, Obedience, Psalms, Romans, Submission, The Future, Waiting on the Lord, Worry | 1 Comment

Being Less Chicken Little-ish

Posted on March 15, 2014 by sonflowerranch

“Now when neither sun nor stars appeared for many days, and no small tempest beat on us, all hope that we would be saved was finally given up.” ~ Acts 27:20 Ever go through a time when the sun doesn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Acts, Angels, Faith, Fear, Friends, God, Hope, Life, Luke, March 2014, Men, Others, Paul, Peace, Prayer, Thanksgiving, Waiting on the Lord, Worry | Leave a comment

It Is Not For You To Know

Posted on February 11, 2014 by sonflowerranch

As I enjoy my morning cup of coffee (okay, cupS- I like my coffee!), I peer out the not-quite-clean window (it IS winter, and I feed birds on the sill, after all) and am greeted by the incredible view of … Continue reading →

Posted in Acts, Disciples, Faith, Fear, February 2014, Forgiveness, God, God's Faithfulness, Grace, History, Holy Spirit, Hope, Israel, Jesus, Life, Love, Matthew, Men, Mercy, Nature, The Future, The Gospel, The Nature of God, Waiting on the Lord, Worry | Leave a comment

Believing Without Seeing

Posted on February 8, 2014 by sonflowerranch

Hello. Just call me Thomas. Doubting Thomas. Why? Because I want to see what Jesus is doing, I want to touch the works of His hands, and I want to know that He is doing what He said He will … Continue reading →

Posted in Death, Disciples, Faith, Faithfulness, Family, Fear, February 2014, Friends, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Promises, God's Word, Isaiah, Jesus, Jews, John, Life, Love, Men, Mercy, Mind, The Future, The Way, Thomas, Waiting on the Lord | 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

We Are Able

Posted on November 16, 2013 by sonflowerranch

“Now Jesus, going up to Jerusalem, took the twelve disciples aside on the road and said to them, ‘Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be betrayed to the chief priests and to the … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Corinthians, Death, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Promises, Heaven, Hebrews, Hope, James, Jesus, John, Life, Matthew, Men, November 2013, Paul, Philippians, The Future, The Rapture, Waiting on the Lord | 1 Comment

Trust. Hope. Remember. Obey.

Posted on November 4, 2013 by sonflowerranch

The Beatitudes. The Lord’s Prayer. The “Golden Rule”. Teachings on marriage, loving your enemies, going the second mile. So many jewels from Jesus in the first chapters of Matthew! Here’s one that I know I need a refresher course on: … Continue reading →

Posted in Creation, Faith, Faithfulness, Genesis, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Name, God's Promises, God's Word, Holy Spirit, Hope, Jesus, John, Life, Luke, Matthew, November 2013, Obedience, Others, Philippians, Prayer, Sin Nature, Solomon, The Future, The Nature of God, The Past, Waiting on the Lord, Worry | 1 Comment

Delighting in God

Posted on September 23, 2013 by sonflowerranch

All may look bright above him when all looks black and dark about him. ~ Matthew Henry “Do not trust in a friend; do not put your confidence in a companion; guard the doors of your mouth from her who … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Faith, Family, Friends, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Promises, God's Word, Joy, Life, Love, Men, Micah, Others, Salvation, September 2013, Waiting on the Lord | Leave a comment

Do Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly, By Faith

Posted on September 21, 2013 by sonflowerranch

Lately my conversations with God have gone something like this… “God, I really thought You told us to do this. But it isn’t happening. Help me to patiently wait.” “Okay, God, I am discouraged and don’t understand. Please help my … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Samuel, Blessings, Commandments, Creation, Ephesians, Faith, Forgiveness, God, God's Faithfulness, God's Word, Grace, Hebrews, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Job, Love, Mark, Mercy, Micah, Obedience, Praises, Prayer, Psalms, Repentance, September 2013, Waiting on the Lord | 2 Comments