Tag Archives: trust

Hope Returns

Posted on April 5, 2018 by dorissavanover

With my husband’s current medical issues, fear started overtaking hope. I know fear is not God’s plan for an abundant life. He gives us hope – always – in the life of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Understanding and trusting in … Continue reading →

Posted in Sharing my Walk | Tagged anxiety, discouragement, faith, fear, God, Gratitude, hope, hopelessness, trust | 7 Comments

God Never Fails Us

Posted on March 26, 2018 by dorissavanover

Sitting in my backyard gazebo – a favorite place to visit with the Lord – my Father answered my immediate need. Trying circumstances had been piling up, as they have a tendency to do on some days. I sat still, … Continue reading →

Posted in Sharing my Walk | Tagged God's promises, guidance, love, obstacles, peace, strength, thankful, trust | 5 Comments

Today We Laughed!

Posted on February 24, 2018 by dorissavanover

Two weeks ago, on Saturday, February 10th, I took my husband of 46 ½ years to the emergency room after about three weeks of him not being able to get rid of a cough, tiredness, shortness of breath, and various … Continue reading →

Posted in Sharing my Walk | Tagged answers, faith, God, Gratitude, healing, Joy, laughter, prayers, thanks, trust | 4 Comments

Choose Joy

Posted on February 9, 2018 by dorissavanover

My friend and I talked on the phone this morning, and she told me of the Lord reminding her to pray for those in need, and to not forget to keep her joy in the Lord, knowing “He’s got this.” … Continue reading →

Posted in Still Learning | Tagged blessings, God, guilt, hurt, Joy, love, prayer, trials, trust | 2 Comments

Trusting in Our Father’s Care

Posted on February 9, 2018 by dorissavanover

I’ve been praying for our Heavenly Father to bless and comfort my aunt and her husband. He is ill and on hospice care and the two of them are facing some really hard times together. They’ve been married over fifty … Continue reading →

Posted in Still Learning | Tagged blessings, care, comfort, God, grieving, heaven, hospice, prayers, trust | 2 Comments

You’re Not Following My Directions!

Posted on January 27, 2018 by dorissavanover

“Hey, aren’t you going to get in the right lane, so you can turn onto the interstate?” My husband and I, after running a few errands, were going to eat lunch and I just knew the restaurant was “that” way. … Continue reading →

Posted in Sharing my Walk | Tagged answers, blessings, confusion, faith, God, guidance, Heavenly Father, love, peace, prayer, questions, trust | 3 Comments

The Answer that Never Fails

Posted on January 21, 2018 by dorissavanover

There are so many things I don’t know or understand, but of one thing I am certain. If I need an answer for myself or someone else, I always have an answer that never fails: “Take it to the Lord … Continue reading →

Posted in Still Learning, Uncategorized | Tagged Christian, faith, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, learning, prayer, trust, waiting | 5 Comments

and God Answered

Posted on December 14, 2017 by dorissavanover

I’ve been talking with the Lord about an issue that I have absolutely no control over; seeking His guidance, asking for His loving mercy…and He kindly answered: I was reminded that only He knows the best answer and His timing … Continue reading →

Posted in Gratitude, Uncategorized | Tagged faith, God, grace, love, peace, prayer, trust | 8 Comments

Ready to Receive

Posted on November 17, 2017 by dorissavanover

During a conversation with one of my sons about a problem I couldn’t fix, I said to him, “You know I have faith. I can look you straight in the eye and tell you in all honesty that I trust … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Uncategorized | Tagged believe, Encouragement, faith, God, grace, Heavenly Father, love, peace, prayer, trust | 1 Comment