Real Talk About Relationships
Alison 
Day 6: Hebrews 10:23 “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.” As I thought about this verse, I remembered something that happened a few years ago. A dear friend passed away after bravely battling an illness, and it was devastating to all who knew her. She loved … Read more 21 Days of Hope – Day 6
Day 5: Psalm 147:11 “But the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love.” This evening, I was listening to a sermon on the story of Hannah, which highlighted how difficult her situation was. She was Elkanah’s first wife, but sadly she was unable to bear him … Read more 21 Days of Hope – Day 5
Day 4: Psalm 33:22 “Let your unfailing love surround us, Lord, for our hope is in you alone.” (NLT) Today has been one of those days when hope seems to be a little farther away than usual. I have prayed, trusted, sought the Lord, listened keenly, and obeyed, yet the situation remains unchanged. It’s in … Read more 21 Days of Hope – Day 4
Day 3: Lamentations 3:24 “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.” (ESV) Last year, my friend lost her mum. It was a very painful time for her, especially because she had cared for her so faithfully for several months. The loss hit her hard. I could hear it … Read more 21 Days of Hope – Day 3
Day 2: Psalm 119:114 “You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.” Let’s think about what hope is for a minute. I would define it as having something to look forward to. For example, a child looks forward to their birthday, hoping to get a birthday cake and … Read more 21 Days of Hope – Day 2
Day 1: Psalm 39:7 “But now, Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in you.” David was not happy. He had tough questions for God. There were things about life that he could not understand. He struggled to keep quiet, yet his inner anguish increased, and his heart grew hot within him. David … Read more 21 Days of Hope
THE WAY FORWARD Within a few weeks the next mid-term break came along, and this time it was one week long! I was happy to see my gem home again, even though she still had a bagful of homework! The dirty clothes were much fewer this time, though, which was a good sign that she … Read more FORM ONE CHRONICLES – PART FIVE
GETTING USED TO THE NEW REALITY The next four weeks were long! I kept wondering how she was doing. Was she able to hack the school routine? How were her studies going? Once again I had to restrain myself from calling the teacher too often in case he branded me as a needy mom! Meanwhile, … Read more FORM ONE CHRONICLES – PART FOUR
THE LONG-AWAITED MID-TERM REUNION Hold on – did I call the mid-term break a reunion? It was, at first. As we drove home the stories flowed fast and furious. Some were hilarious, and others sounded like tales from a concentration camp! We run everywhere! I fell twice and injured my knee! We wake up at … Read more FORM ONE CHRONICLES – PART THREE
THE LONG WAIT FOR ORIENTATION DAY AND MID-TERM The next morning we left for our home county. My heart was heavy as I wondered how my gem’s first night had gone. Were her roommates friendly? Did she know where to go or what to do? I had so many questions and wished I could teleport … Read more FORM ONE CHRONICLES – PART TWO