Rough Landing
Several years ago, I experienced a rough landing. The wind was fierce and our pilot had a difficult time landing the plane. The lady...
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Jars of Joy
Lisa Smith
- Apr 19, 2018
- 1 min
Treasure in Jars of Clay
”But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way,...
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Lisa Smith
- Apr 17, 2018
- 1 min
He Cares For You
Recently, during a Sunday morning service, prayer time was especially heavy. Serious, life altering circumstances were shared to be...
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Lisa Smith
- Apr 13, 2018
- 1 min
Circle of Life
Great Aunt Barbie (GB) got to hold baby Emmie this week! I was told not to “hog Emmie, but let Aunt Barbie have a chance with her.”...
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Lisa Smith
- Apr 10, 2018
- 1 min
Any Day Now!
I canʼt wait to write about this any longer! Any day now, we are going to meet the newest member of our growing family! Any day now,...
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Lisa Smith
- Apr 5, 2018
- 1 min
Unmet Expectations
I’d entrusted an important job to someone; paying them well in the process. Imagine my surprise when it became evident the job was not...
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Lisa Smith
- Apr 3, 2018
- 2 min
And The Winner Is....
After my first husband died, a man came to see our timber frame house. After the visit he said, “what a shame he didn't get to enjoy this...
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Lisa Smith
- Mar 29, 2018
- 1 min
Happy Easter
More and more, our younger generation doesn't know what Easter is all about. Many know it's an important religious holiday, but they’re...
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Lisa's Jars of Joy
- Mar 27, 2018
- 1 min
Prepare In Advance.
There’s a little stone house on the side of the road in the heart of New Hampshire. Its windows glow brightly at night and its occupants...
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Lisa's Jars of Joy
- Mar 22, 2018
- 2 min
Rest with Jesus
Sometimes, severe thunderstorms disrupt our carefully constructed lives. These brutal storms can tear things down in ways that hurt...
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Lisa's Jars of Joy
- Mar 20, 2018
- 1 min
Steadfast
The loan didn’t come through. I’d worked hard on this project for 90 days and at the last minute, the bank pulled out. While talking to...
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Lisa Smith
- Mar 14, 2018
- 1 min
A True Friend
Taking care of my “granddogs” is rewarding. Russell, a boxador, is an excellent alarm system. Charlie Brown, a bassett hound, is his...
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Lisa's Jars of Joy
- Mar 12, 2018
- 1 min
A Cup of Water
My friend watched as an older man with no smile stood by the side of the road, waiting for the garbage truck to make its rounds. She...
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Lisa Smith
- Mar 11, 2018
- 2 min
He Gives Good Gifts
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, Who does not change like shifting shadows....
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Lisa Smith
- Mar 4, 2018
- 1 min
Do. Not. Fear.
"I'm not scared," the little girl said as she stared up at the giant in front of her, "Jesus is with me." This scene made me think how...
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Lisa Smith
- Feb 28, 2018
- 1 min
Queen of Leaning In
While encouraging a girlfriend during a difficult time, I received the following text, "...am doing well and leaning on God through the...
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Lisa Smith
- Feb 21, 2018
- 1 min
Grandpa Beckhusen
Recently, I surprised our daughter-in-law with a birthday trip to New York City. It was her first time in the ‘big city’ and our hotel...
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Lisa Smith
- Feb 16, 2018
- 1 min
His Creation
Punxsutawney’s Rails to Trails is one of my favorite places to exercise and get fresh air. The beauty of God’s creation inspires me:...
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Lisa Smith
- Feb 14, 2018
- 2 min
Do Not Be Deceived!
According to the Bible, Satan and his demons look to destroy the work of God and deceive anyone they can...and yes, that includes people...
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Lisa Smith
- Feb 10, 2018
- 2 min
Put Your Seat-belt On
I often tell myself to “put my seat-belt on,” when this life’s road gets rough. At the age of 4, I committed to follow Jesus Christ with...
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