by Kathy Collard Miller | Apr 9, 2016 | attitudes, compliments, courage, intimacy, marriage, relationships
Some time ago a friend shared with me a definition she had heard for the word intimacy: “in to me see.” I thought that sounded good. And we commiserated about how we don’t always experience intimacy because we don’t feel “seen” or...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Mar 26, 2016 | Bible reading, faith, money, pain, peace, prayer, pride, studying Bible, Trust
Larry and I had made a major purchase from a Christian business. Later, they informed us they couldn’t supply the item and promised a refund. When we didn’t receive the refund after repeated requests, I was furious. No one is gonna cheat me! I couldn’t believe...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Mar 19, 2016 | beliefs, peace, perfection, perfectionism, position in Christ, purposes, self talk, self-protective sinful strategies
I confess. I still struggle with my thoughts, yet I’m learning more and more to depend upon the truth of Colossians 2:10. It is one of the most meaningful elements of my inheritance in Christ: “In Him you have been made complete.” That word...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Mar 12, 2016 | faith, pain, peace, regrets, sovereignty, Trust
Sometimes we wonder about God and the way he works. I’m forced dot ask myself over and over again: why does life work the way it does? We begin to think we know better than God does, especially when he doesn’t work in other people’s lives the way we think he...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Mar 5, 2016 | contentment, faith, God's heart, God's love, Trust
My precious Princess and Daughter:I know your life has its ups and downs. I grieve with you when you mourn a loss, whether physical or emotional. I know you do not like the pain of unhappy times. On the surface, I may seem very unloving. I know your feelings. You...