Tag Archives: God

Cast your cares

Posted on May 29, 2015 by Kate Kresse

Sometimes we can become consumed by worries and anxieties, or at least I can. Of course, worrying and fretting never improves a situation. What is called for is a clear head. That is easier said than done when we are … Continue reading →

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You shall cross the barren desert, but you shall not die of thirst

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Kate Kresse

There is a song we sing at church sometimes called “Be Not Afraid“. It begins with “you shall cross the barren desert, but you shall not die of thirst”. I find that reassuring. It is especially reassuring to me during … Continue reading →

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What will you plant in your soul

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Kate Kresse

“Every moment and every event of every man’s life on earth plants something in his soul”. ~ Thomas Merton Our days are filled with a series of moments and hours. Sometimes they fly by, sometimes they move slowly, and sometimes … Continue reading →

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When you walk through a storm, hold your head up high

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Kate Kresse

We all go through storms and glorious moments in our lives. Sometimes those moments are all in the same day. Sometimes we are going through so many different things in our lives ~ perhaps because of the stage of life … Continue reading →

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Once there was a girl

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Once there was a girl. Her name wasn’t actually Hope; but the way she lived each day and looked at one and all, her name could have been Hope. For the sake of this post, we will call her Hope. … Continue reading →

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Attitude is the mind’s paintbrush

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Here is an article that I came across today. I hope it brightens your day. So many times I have reminded myself and others that each day is a gift, and there is a bright side to our situations. Sometimes … Continue reading →

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Is that all there is?

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Kate Kresse

My husband is hearing Peggy Lee singing “Is that all there is?” in his head. Work is stressful for him, and the long, long hours are difficult. For me and my tutoring, the school year is already underway. The summer … Continue reading →

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Unchartered territory for me: new mindfulness

Posted on July 26, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Gosh it is Saturday already! Yesterday was my birthday… it was wonderful. If you missed my birthday post and want to see it, the link is right here. https://believeanyway.wordpress.com/2014/07/25/my-day-is-now-yup-its-my-birthday/ Oh how the years have flown by. It is likely that I … Continue reading →

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My day is now: yup it’s my birthday

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Today I entered a brand new decade. I turned 60. Yep. Just like that, I left my 50s.  This past decade was a time of questioning the meaning of my life and the paths I walked. There were so many changes. … Continue reading →

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What are you dreaming of today?

Posted on June 14, 2014 by Kate Kresse

I have been feeling reflective. Of course, as my regular tutoring schedule evolves into my summer tutoring schedule, I often do feel reflective. But this year I have been feeling even more reflective than usual. My birthday is in the … Continue reading →

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Do you feel like you are drowning?

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Do you hit a point now and then when you feel like you are swimming in a stormy sea, with no dock or safe spot in sight? I think everyone feels that way at some point; we get worn out and … Continue reading →

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Are you wallowing today?

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Kate Kresse

The thing is, at times we draw our meaning from our role(s) in life and from our associations. What do I mean by our associations? For example, from our immediate family we have ongoing connections. From our extended family we … Continue reading →

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Do you have time to serve the Lord?

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Kate Kresse

A Short Speech about Valuing Time This is a repeat of a column I wrote in August of 2012. But this week, I needed to remind myself of the truth in it. Perhaps someone else needs the same reminder. I found … Continue reading →

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Let it shine

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Whether you feel drained or energized, you can give. What can you give? You can give your love, faith, belief in others, hope, steadfastness. Ella Baker said, “Give light and people will find the way.”. Jesus tells us not to … Continue reading →

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Feeling afraid or lost today?

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Are you overwhelmed by circumstances or happenstances today? Is it hard to quiet your racing mind? Believe me, I have been there frequently. We can get so wrapped up in what has to be done that we cannot move. Remember … Continue reading →

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To sleep, perchance to dream

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Kate Kresse

This morning I awoke feeling refreshed and well rested. Saturday morning I was dragging because I could not sleep a wink on Friday night. I attribute my wakefulness to a big cup of iced coffee while I tutored early Friday … Continue reading →

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Follow me

Posted on April 26, 2014 by Kate Kresse

So many times Jesus said “follow me”…”come follow me, and I will make you fishers of men”…(Matthew 4:19). “Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there also my servant will be. The Father will honor whoever serves … Continue reading →

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God Never Takes His Eyes Off of You: Not For An Instant.

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Kate Kresse

If you are feeling low, lost, overlooked, or even lonely, remember that in this vast world God is always with you. You may, or may not, sense His presence during the course of the day. But you see, He is always there. … Continue reading →

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I was different; I still am

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Kate Kresse

“I was motivated to be different in part because I was different.” –Donna Brazile I have always marched to my own drummer. You see, I notice trends and movements in the culture. I always have. As a kid, whenever I … Continue reading →

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Have you had a stressful week?

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Is your list of things to do longer than your day on a regular basis? I have to say that in my family, that has been the case for a number of weeks. But this week, that abated. Some of … Continue reading →

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The contented soul is all alone with God

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Have you ever had a sleepless night or a stressful week? I know, that’s a stupid question. I think this lovely poem by good old Robert Louis Stevenson provides an apt description of “getting away from the world” and “spending … Continue reading →

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There are so many reasons that Peter is my favorite apostle

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Kate Kresse

“And the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will Himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10 Why did he write … Continue reading →

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What is the point of our daily lives?

Posted on January 14, 2014 by Kate Kresse

Here we are in January. We are past the rush and thrill of the holidays. My students are early in their second semester efforts. Those who are”on top of things” have already started working on their tasks. Magazines and newspapers … Continue reading →

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And I wait for you, my Lord

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Kate Kresse

Ok—things are all topsy-turvy. My students have finals (of course they do) and I am trying to stay healthy. To that end, I need to cut WAY back on caffeine, and I am doing some physical therapy and exercises. I … Continue reading →

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Thankfulness

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Kate Kresse

As we zoom towards Thanksgiving Day, I find myself grateful for so much. I am thankful for my loved ones. I am thankful for my home, my job, my life. I am thankful for my students. “I thank Thee for … Continue reading →

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Strength for my journey is always within reach

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Kate Kresse

How do I gain strength for the journey of life? Sometimes, quite honestly, I just about collapse. That happens when I rely solely on my own strength, wits, or whatever. Strength for the journey can mostly be gained from those … Continue reading →

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Which people feed your spirit? What nourishes you?

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Kate Kresse

I am hoping that you have people who feed your spirit. You know the type of people I mean. I am talking about people who rejoice with you. I am talking about those who taste salt when you weep. I … Continue reading →

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Genesis 50:19-21 It applies this week

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Kate Kresse

Are you suffering, have bad things happened? Are you afraid? Genesis 50:19-21 might help you.[ “But Joseph replied to them, ‘Have no fear. Can I take the place of God? Even though you meant harm to me, God meant it … Continue reading →

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A day is a miniature eternity

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Kate Kresse

Ralph Waldo Emerson [oh I know, don’t you just love him?] said “A day is a miniature eternity”. The problem is it is so miniature. Of course when I focus on how short a day is and how much I … Continue reading →

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Say only the good things

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Kate Kresse

Paul “Never let evil talk pass your lips; say only the good things men need to hear, things that will really help them. Do nothing that will sadden the Holy Spirit with whom you were sealed against the day of redemption. … Continue reading →

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How do you want to be remembered?

Posted on September 8, 2013 by Kate Kresse

We create impressions and memories by how we live our lives. How do you hope to be remembered? Perhaps I am thinking about that today, because of the multiple “reunions” I have attended lately. You know how those things go. … Continue reading →

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