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Author: Donna Knuth Rice

I am trying a blog for the first time in my life, and frankly, I feel like I don't have a clue as to what I'm doing! But, here goes. I work at a Christian Television network in the Correspondence Department, where I write letters and emails to our viewers, pray with them for their needs, and send materials they request. I am a Christian. I was saved at the age of 11 during a youth meeting at my church. My pastor led me to the Lord, and to say the least, my life has been an adventure. I am a widow. My late husband, Allen, passed away after 34 1/2 years of marriage. He had been sick the last seven years of his life, and it was a struggle, for him and for me. We met as part of a singing group that was affiliated with a Christian Radio station, and we sang together all through our lives together. We both worked in television and radio all through our married life, mostly for Christian stations. Besides singing I also play flute. I had the luxury of having parents who started out as music teachers...so music was in our house constantly. Some people describe me as being a loud-mouthed lime type...can't disagree with that. I have a tendency to put my foot in my mouth more times than I can count! I also have a tendency to say exactly what's on my mind...which is why I get myself in so much trouble! LOL! Trust me, that's something me and God have been working on for a very long time. I have no children here on earth, although I have a baby in heaven. My baby here is my dog Jack. He's a black lab/ chow mix. He's a big boy....thinks he's a lap dog! Can't think of much else to say. The reason I started this blog is because a few months ago in church, a guest pastor came and delivered a message, and when he asked for those of us who wanted prayer to come forward, I did. When he came to me he asked me if I did any journaling. I told him no 'cause I wasn't very good at it. He told me to start, and prophesied over me that my journal thoughts would impact other people. I wasn't sure just how I was to go about doing this. In fact, I was a little hesitant at first. I started journaling at home, and our assistant pastor's wife asked me to submit something for our Senior newsletter. I didn't the first edition, but something I had heard on Christian radio a long time ago and has stuck with me all these years, came to mind so I submitted an article. That article will be my first post. I don't claim to have all the answers, and my thoughts may seem a little "out there", but I feel God has been prodding me to do this, and so here I am. I hope what I post will bring encouragement, and "Something to Think About".
Death, Encouragement, Forgiveness, God's Promises, Grief, Hope, Love, Persecution, Planning, Prayer, Relationship to Christ, Repentance, Restoration, Salvation, Sin, Trust, Waiting

We Have Hope Despite Our Grief

As we wrap up our series on “Hope in Grief,” I think we need to understand what the “hope” is … Continue reading We Have Hope Despite Our Grief

Anger, Anxiety, Change, Death, Encouragement, Fear, God's Promises, Grief, Hope, Love, Relationship to Christ, Struggles, Worry

God is With Us in Our Grief

When we are in the midst of grief, it often feels as if we are all alone.  But God reminds … Continue reading God is With Us in Our Grief

Encouragement, God's Promises, Grief, Hope, Love, Relationship to Christ, Rest, Safety, Trust, Wisdom

He Sees Us in Our Grief

Grieving is a part of life, but that doesn’t mean it’s something we need to dread.  There is a purpose … Continue reading He Sees Us in Our Grief

Anger, Anxiety, Death, Encouragement, Faith, God's Promises, Grief, Healing, Hope, Kindness, Love, Prayer, Protection, Relationship to Christ, Safety, Strength, Struggles, Submission, Trust

God is Our Refuge in Grief

Grief is not just mourning the loss of a loved one, there is also grieving over situations beyond our control, … Continue reading God is Our Refuge in Grief

Anxiety, Death, Encouragement, God's Promises, Grief, Healing, Hope, Prayer, Relationship to Christ, Rest, Salvation, Sin, Struggles, Thankfulness, Worry

Hope in Grief

This month we will be looking at grief.  Many people do not find the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons to be … Continue reading Hope in Grief

Boldness, Confidence, Death, Encouragement, God's Plan, Joy, Obedience, Persecution, Praise, Prayer, Protection, Provision, Salvation, Sin, Thankfulness, Victory, Wisdom, Witnessing

Purim – A Feast of Celebration

The death of Haman is not the end of the story of Queen Esther’s rescuing of her people.  King Ahasuerus … Continue reading Purim – A Feast of Celebration

Counsel, Death, Encouragement, God's Plan, Hatred, Love, Obedience, Persecution, Prayer, Protection, Submission, Trust

God’s Purpose in Esther’s Life

Our Bible Journaling verse today says, “Then Queen Esther answered, “If I have found favor in your sight, O king, and … Continue reading God’s Purpose in Esther’s Life

Encouragement, God's Plan, God's Promises, Grace, Love, Obedience, Our Identity, Peace, Protection, Relationship to Christ, Submission

Esther’s Destiny

Did you know God has a plan for each one of His children?  We may think that things happen just … Continue reading Esther’s Destiny

Death, Encouragement, Forgiveness, God's Plan, God's Promises, Hope, Jesus' Return, Joy, Life, Love, Our Identity, Relationship to Christ, Repentance, Struggles

All Things

We go through seasons in our lives, some good and some not-so-good.  Occasionally, it is a good thing to stop … Continue reading All Things

Counsel, Discernment, Encouragement, God's Promises, Guidance, Judgement, Prayer, Relationship to Christ, Wisdom

Seeking Knowledge is a Sign of Wisdom

What is wisdom?  The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines wisdom as the “a: ability to discern inner qualities and relationships : INSIGHT … Continue reading Seeking Knowledge is a Sign of Wisdom

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