Deborah Malone
by Rita Prochazka and Deborah Malone Questions by Rita: Joan, can you share a little of your testimony with us? My testimony is a 65-year long story of life with God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. I've never known a time when God was not a part of my life. I was raised in a… Continue reading INTERVIEW WITH JOAN DEWING
I have never felt too old to be used by God. But when I was younger, I wrestled with God about how I could be useful with physical limitations. I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis around age forty and spent quite a few years physically impaired. God assured me through His Word that in my weakness He is strong. (2 Cor. 12:10) Then God went on to prove this truth to me by giving me opportunities to serve Him in various capacities. If we are breathing, He can use us for His glory.
Stay close to the Lord and follow His leading. Though being used to bless others in His name, such as going on mission trips or outreach at a local homeless shelter, are great ways to be involved in loving others in His name, the quiet, steady acts of loving those closest to us - family members and close friends - may be the holiest and most important work we do for Jesus.
Little irritants won't matter years from now. It is not lasting; it is not worth getting upset about or worrying about. We laugh a lot imagining how our circumstances would look to others watching a movie.
We live in a world that seems to applaud those who are busy. The busier, the better. It’s as if being busy equals progress and ensures success. But, of course, this is not necessarily the case.
God knows about these days. They are in His plans for us. The day may not make sense. The day will come when we are young and when we are old. The day molds, shapes, refines, and makes us more like Christ. We are imperfect beings who need our perfect God. Even amid a challenging day, there is immense peace in our obedience to His call.
I recently heard someone say, "The need is the call." If you see a need, consider how God might be asking you to help. Your insight, experience, Bible knowledge, and wisdom are invaluable. Methods change, but truth and human nature are consistent throughout time. Be flexible on "how" things get done, speak truth, and be willing to keep learning.
I'm learning that there is no such thing as retirement in the Bible or the Kingdom of God. He is with us through every stage of life, and He continues to teach me to trust Him and be flexible
By Rita Prochazka and Deborah Malone Questions by Rita: Becky, would you share some of your testimony with our readers? I grew up in a Christian home. Although, I had wonderful Christian parents, legalism was a common theme. That led to me feeling like a failure and not feeling like I could ever live up… Continue reading INTERVIEW WITH BECKY GILMORE
by Deborah Malone and Rita Prochazka Hi this is Debbie. I am so excited to have Stephanie with us today. I wish we could learn so much more of each of our interviewees than just what we talk about in our interview. This interviews really encompass a lifetime of living, growing and serving the Lord.… Continue reading INTERVIEW WITH STEPHANIE RODDA
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