Category Archives: Faith

Blogs and excerpts regarding my faith and life experiences.

Farewell to a Loved One

Posted on March 7, 2012 by thehopebeacon

Early last Saturday morning, my husband and I said goodbye to Reese, our beloved black labrador mix. She was almost eleven years old. We adopted her when rescued by our veterinarian’s assistant at six weeks old. Reese had the saddest … Continue reading →

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Friendship

Posted on February 14, 2012 by thehopebeacon

Today is Valentine’s Day. I wish for each one who reads this post a wonderful, loving day! This morning during devotions I read in Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 that “Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their labor.”  … Continue reading →

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Impact of Separation

Posted on February 6, 2012 by thehopebeacon

Each time my computer background appears, I smile. A photo of vacation fun from three years ago greets me. This photo shows my grandchildren and their parents in the lake behind the boat joking and enjoying time with one another. … Continue reading →

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“The Lord Takes and the Lord Gives. Job

Posted on January 10, 2012 by thehopebeacon

In March of 2007, the school for whom I worked for six years eliminated my job position. With that surprise, my husband and I faced some important decisions. One decision dealt with selling our home. It was our dream home … Continue reading →

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Gratitude

Posted on November 22, 2011 by thehopebeacon

For what are you grateful? Have you expressed your gratitude? Today I read in Psalms 107: 1-2  “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! … Let the redeemed of the Lord say so.” Author G.B. Stern said, “Silent gratitude isn’t much … Continue reading →

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His Workmanship

Posted on November 22, 2011 by thehopebeacon

 During devotions yesterday I learned it  took a year to complete a Steinway piano, and the final product was distinct due to a craftsman’s touch.  I read in Exodus 31: 3-5 how the Lord directed the building of His tabernacle. He … Continue reading →

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