Author: akroper2015

Karen is passionate about living for God and wants others to fully live the life God intended for them to live. She provides insights into the Word of God to help you to do that and provides practical advice on some common issues we all face.

Facts v truth

May 20, 2019

I have had a couple of weeks where circumstances have gotten on top of me more times than I can count. But what do we do in those times? Frankly, I would like to crawl away and hide but that is not how I grow in God. What I need to do is separate the facts from the truth and keep my eyes on the truth of God’s Word more than on the facts. Find out more by reading the blog. … More Facts v truth

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When the picture looks messy

May 12, 2019

Have you ever had one of those weeks or months where everything seems chaotic and out of control? There seems to be one crisis after another. How do we deal with those times of chaos in a godly way? We can’t just run away, although that is one option. Read the blog to find out more and receive inspiration. Your tapestry of messy threads will one day turn over to reveal a beautiful picture. But until then… … More When the picture looks messy

Waiting and trusting

April 29, 2019

Have you ever been in a situation where you faith was put to the test? It happened to me last Saturday when my son went missing. All I could hold on to was my faith in God and trust Him that He had it. The father of the prodigal son probably felt like I did. But when the good new came, a celebration ensued. But what do you do in the middle? Read the blog to find out more. … More Waiting and trusting

From tragedy to triumph

April 22, 2019

Last time I blogged on from triumph to tragedy. This time it’s the other way around as our story continues. Jesus’ death on the cross looked like the end and a real tragedy. But this crucifixion was like no other and after Jesus gave up His Spirit and died, what happened next is what has given people hope for 2000 years. This setting us free from sin, guilt, shame and fear and giving us all a life of love, joy and peace. It’s a gift but a gift has to be taken and all have the opportunity to receive. Read the blog for more. … More From tragedy to triumph

Hold on to the promise

March 31, 2019

Have you received a promise from God that seems to have died? Have you lost the joy you once had over the promise? This blog let’s you know that your promise can be resurrected. There are steps to take but with each step God will be with you. It is time to find that promise, revive it till it’s warm and then resurrect it. This world needs your promise to be fulfilled. … More Hold on to the promise

It’s all about you

March 17, 2019

Have you ever been selfish just for a moment and thought of all Jesus did for you. In this post, we take a look at identity. Most of us struggle with it as we continually compare ourselves to others. But God wants you to bloom in who you are in Him and the plans He has for your life. Time to be selfish and see what God says about you. You may be surprised. … More It’s all about you