When the Weeds in Your Life Keep Growing
May 14, 2012
Most of us hate weeds. They take over our yards and our gardens and make life generally miserable. But what about the weeds in our lives? Can they serve a greater purpose?
Don’t touch those weeds! Here’s a story I wrote several years ago that illustrates what I’m talking about: Read more
A Mother’s Day Tribute: How Can I Thank You, Mom?
May 7, 2012
Years ago, I wrote this poem for my mom on Mother’s Day. I’m sharing it with you today as a tribute to my late mom and to mothers everywhere. By now, you can tell that I enjoy Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s poetry? 
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Bible Promise for Today: Direction for Tomorrow
May 1, 2012
Photo by Rebecca Barlow jordan
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not unto your own understanding; in all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6, NKJV)
What’s Next?
What’s next? Are you facing decisions about tomorrow? What job to pursue? Whether to keep working in retirement? Who to marry? Which school to attend? What book to write? How to go on when you’ve lost someone close? Which house to buy? Whether to rent? How to raise your children? Where to serve God best? Whether to have surgery? What church to attend? How to make the most difference with your life?
Every day we face decisions. And depending on the seasons of our lives, some are fairly big ones. Where can you find wisdom and direction for tomorrow for all those big and little choices we must make? Read more
Bible Promise for Today: Growing Stronger
April 23, 2012
Photo by Rebecca Barlow Jordan
“But the godly will flourish like palm trees and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon. for they are transplanted into the LORD’s own house. They flourish in the courts of our God. Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green. They will declare, ‘The LORD is just! He is my rock! There is nothing but goodness in him!’ (Psalm 92:12-15, NLT)
Is Your Goal to Stay Beautiful?
Today people spend ridiculous amounts of money trying to keep themselves young and beautiful. “Old” is not a goal, but a curse for many. Some worry about wrinkled skin or double chins. Others fear being placed on the “shelf,” replaced by younger candidates. But the fact is, we will all be there someday. We will all grow “old.”
The late Dick Clark testified that he learned to think younger by being around young people. And there may be some truth to that. But he still grew old, just like the young stars he helped to promote. Read more
Encouragement For Moms: A Bird’s Eye View of Motherhood
April 16, 2012
The Pictures Tell the Story
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- Mother Robin in Nest
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- Mother Robin Protecting Her Babies
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- Baby Robins Crying, “Feed Me!”
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- Baby Robins Are Growing
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- Mama Robin Bringing Dinner to Her Babies
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- Baby Robin Stepping Out of the Nest for Its First Flight
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- Temporary Grounding of Robin’s First Flight in Rebecca’s Yard
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- Baby Robin: Still Trying Out Its Wings
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- Baby Robin, Huddled in Back Yard Hammock
Most of us heard about Hilary Rosen’s recent comments when she said Mitt Romney’s wife ”has actually never worked a day in her life.” A firestorm erupted with those words, and stay-at-home moms perked up to disagree. I’m re-posting this blog from two years ago, because to me it’s a beautiful illustration that a woman’s work is never done.
While this is only a bird‘s eye view of motherhood, I hope this encouragement for mothers will remind every mom, whether a stay-at home or otherwise, how valuable her “work” truly is. If you are a mom, we applaud you and celebrate you today–and everyday! God does, too!
A Bird’s Eye View of Motherhood
Every year a robin, cardinal, or blue-jay builds its nest somewhere in our back yard. But this is the first time I’ve ever watched its “family” grow. This is the first time a bird has ever nested on top of one of our gutters, protected under the eaves of the house. And this is the first time I ever witnessed a baby robin–or any “baby” bird take its first flight, and see the nest empty before my eyes. Read more
Thank God? Why Should We?
April 9, 2012
Photo courtesy of Laura Griffith, www.sxc.hu
“Thank God!” someone yells. Another asks, “Why should we?”
It’s the season for devastating storms. Fourteen tornadoes swirled through my part of the world last week. Weathermen reported a twister on the ground a few miles from town, headed in a direct path for our neighborhood. My husband and I prayed and took cover in the bathtub for several minutes, protected by sofa cushions. Read more
Is Jesus Real?
April 2, 2012
photo courtesy of Billy Alexander www.sxc.hu
Some of us may feel like Thomas, who questioned the Lord after His resurrection appearance. At times, we too, need to know that Jesus is truly real. Circumstances leave us discouraged, and we soon forget God’s work in our lives. Read more
When Broken Becomes Whole
March 26, 2012
Photo by Gary Scott www.garyslens.ca
The disciples could not comprehend Jesus’ words at His Last Supper with them. For three years He had taught them, fed them, and lived with them, preparing them for such a time as this. When Jesus’ fingers broke the bread and passed it out to his chosen twelve, He was telling yet another story—a true one about to unfold before their eyes. Read more
Why Is God Silent?
March 19, 2012
photo by Rebecca Barlow Jordan
You’ve called. You’ve prayed. You’ve asked. You’ve waited. But heaven gives no answer. Why is God silent?
Forget the formulas. God deals with each person uniquely, and we can’t always answer the why’s to our own satisfaction. Here are some reasons you won’t find why God is silent. Read more
8 Ways God Speaks to Us Today – Part 2
March 12, 2012
Does God still speak to us today? If so, when, how? Today is Part 2 of last week’s blog: 8 Ways God Speaks to Us Today. We covered four of those ways last week. I hope they were helpful to you. Here’s the last four ways: Read more
Rebecca Barlow Jordan is a best-selling inspirational author and speaker, mom, wife, grandmom, and passionate follower of Jesus who loves to encourage others, heart to heart.Rebecca’s Newsletter
