Tag Archives: grace

WHEN WE BLOW IT!

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Noelene

“If you have failed and you are filled with despair, with no idea where to turn for inspiration and strength, remember then the compassion of Jesus.  In the power of His love He encourages you to persevere and to rebuild … Continue reading →

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LIBERTY

Posted on December 22, 2016 by Noelene

Two of the Biblical definitions for GRACE is “the attitude of God toward men” and “the liberty that God gives men”. Liberty is the ‘state of being free‘. God’s grace causes us to be free from the chains that had … Continue reading →

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MARRIAGE IS NO FAIRY TALE!

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Noelene

Marriage is hard work. It is challenging. It is all about compromise and making an effort to live with another human being. Marriage is difficult. A friend of mine posted the following on her Facebook page: It doesn’t bother me … Continue reading →

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PARENTING – A THANKLESS JOB!

Posted on November 17, 2016 by Noelene

This morning after I had dropped my children off at school the thought crossed my mind that “sometimes it is quite a thankless job being a parent”. God immediately replied “Tell me about it Noel. I totally agree with you! … Continue reading →

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‘IMITATION’

Posted on November 12, 2016 by Noelene

The other morning on my way to work the car driving in front of me stopped suddenly and I had to slam on my car brakes.  My left arm automatically shot out to protect the person in the seat next … Continue reading →

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“ORDINARY” PEOPLE – inspirational stories (one)

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Noelene

Recently, I attended a dinner and awards ceremony at the Georgia Aquarium, in Atlanta. I was seated next to a lovely, elegant lady and during the course of the evening we learnt more about each other’s stories.  She was originally … Continue reading →

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CHILDREN ARE A BLESSING DESPITE WHAT WE THINK

Posted on October 22, 2016 by Noelene

One day I was taking our eight-year-old daughter and her friend to a party.  As we were driving, they started discussing the variety of jobs their parents held. My daughter’s friend said, “My mom is a teacher, an editor, and … Continue reading →

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LET DOWN BY GOD!

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Noelene

There have been two times in my life when I felt God had let me down so badly that I didn’t want anything more to do with Him. The first time God ‘let me down’ I was twelve years old. … Continue reading →

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Own up to knowing Him…

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Noelene

I am married to a wonderful man – a conservative man, but a truly lovely guy! This is why the following story has had such an impact on my life because I know just how conservative he is! I asked … Continue reading →

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FAMILIARITY BREEDS CONTEMPT?

Posted on August 28, 2016 by Noelene

During a morning Bible Study a group of women were discussing how to have loving relationships with their husbands.  The group leader asked them ‘how many of you love your husbands?’. All the hands shot up. She then asked ‘when … Continue reading →

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