Dear friends, the ‘BE’ in the ‘BE Blessings’ ministry is for Bethany, but today it is for her BEloved grandmother Barbara… “Be still and know that I am God…” Psalm 46:10a Writing the ‘BE Blogs’ over recent years come has come from a growing conviction that anything good I desire to DO must flow out […]
When was the last time you were truly amazed by something good? Can you remember the last time your jaw dropped to the ground and you stood utterly speechless in wonder at the mighty nature and workings of the living God? Not long ago, I had the incredible opportunity to witness the birth of a
We were all expectant and looking forward to a safe arrival – none more so than the parents to be. The anticipation was mounting as the due date drew near. A firstborn son was on his way and there was much excitement in the air for the newly wed couple, their family and friends. We
This week, another beautiful soul flew from the confines of her cancer-ridden body and soared into the arms of her Beloved Saviour. She entered her rest after years of struggle and finally began the joy of new life in her eternal Home. Julie Elizabeth Leitch was a dear friend to our Bethany in her days
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” Romans 8:18 Well, we have arrived at the end of the journey – the point in the story where Beth’s life here on earth ended and her real life with Jesus began. On 5 March
Week 52 – BE Glorified in Jesus Christ! Read More »
We are drawing to the end of our journey together in Heartbreakingly Beautiful. Over those last weeks of her life, Beth lost all ability to move any part of her body. So in order to change her clothing, we needed at least three people to roll her, hold her and care for her needs.
Week 49 – BE Quenched with Living Water! Read More »
There are many references in the Bible to the wonderful relationship we have been given as children of God. (See John 1:12 for a powerful example.) Jesus had much to say about being a child in relation to God and His Kingdom. For instance, “I tell you the truth, unless you turn from your sins
Week 23 – BE Children! Read More »
In 1887, following an evangelistic meeting held by Dwight L. Moody, a young man stood to share his story in an after-service testimony meeting. As he was speaking, it became clear to many that he knew little about the Bible or acceptable Christian doctrine. His closing lines, however, spoke volumes to seasoned and new believers
Week 20 – BE Loving and Obedient! Read More »
The movie Pollyanna was one of my childhood favorites and one that all my daughters have enjoyed. If you are acquainted with the film, do you remember the game Pollyanna used to play? It was called, The Glad Game – a game designed by her missionary father when crutches came in the missionary barrel,
Week Two – BE Thankful! Read More »