Tag Archives: struggle

Masked Bandits

Posted on November 5, 2021 by Jill English Johnston

I have all kinds of succulents and cacti growing on the steps and on our patio. But recently I dropped seeds into some extra little pots that I have—tomato currant, chili pequin, and sweet pepper. The tiny plants had just … Continue reading →

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Shock Value

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Jill English Johnston

I’ve been reading through the Bible this year with an amazing group of women. Currently we’re in Ezekiel and it’s been quite the ride. Ezekiel is filled with a considerable amount of imagery and some of it quite shocking.  In fact, … Continue reading →

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Packing up our toys

Posted on September 17, 2021 by Jill English Johnston

Ever watch a group of kids play when one of them gets angry? The angry kid just might pack up her toys and leave. But if you criticize and attack each other, be careful that you don’t destroy each other. … Continue reading →

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If You Create the Space, God will Fill It

Posted on March 16, 2020 by Jill English Johnston

If my last post, Accept Whatever Shows up, felt incomplete, it’s because I planned to finish the thought this week. Which I will. But with some additional thoughts. Because the world can change drastically in two weeks. And it did. … Continue reading →

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Accept Whatever Shows Up

Posted on March 2, 2020 by Jill English Johnston

Disappointments can rob us from enjoying the small gifts in life. Accepting whatever shows up hands us the gifts with eager expectation. Continue reading →

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