by Kathy Collard Miller | Sep 28, 2017 | anxiety, faith, God's love, knowing and understanding God, Trust, worry
When I was honest with myself, I had to admit, “I’m a worry wart.” I don’t think that term is used so much any more but I was like “him.” Why did I say “him”? Evidently, the phrase “worry wart” was invented...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Sep 19, 2017 | anxiety, fear, fear of man, lies, motives, procrastination, Trust
“Why does procrastination haunt me? I want to stop delaying but I keep putting things off.” Just the other day I figuratively shook myself by my lapels and asked, “Kathy, why do you let the dishes stack up? It looks so messy!” Why do I procrastinate? I had to be...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Sep 4, 2017 | anxiety, contentment, God's love, joy, Trust
I’m so excited to share an encouraging post from a guest, Kathy Carlton Willis. She calls herself “God’s Grin Gal” and she not only wears a grin but puts a grin on other people’s faces. Plus, she helps others put grins on those they reach...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Aug 28, 2017 | anxiety, faith, lies, peace, sanctification, strength, stress, thanksgiving, Trust, truth, why do I do what I do, worry
Why does life feel full of pressure? There’s so much to do, so much to decide. People expect a lot of us and every situation seems potentially disastrous. The pressures of life can easily add up and feel overwhelming. Even when we’re seeking God, it’s not easy to...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Aug 24, 2017 | anger, anger management, anxiety, holiness, love, Trust, worry
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why do I keep getting angry? I want to be patient but life and people sure are aggravating.” Life and people are aggravating. We pray for patience but as someone has said, “Don’t pray for patience; God will give you many opportunities to...
by Kathy Collard Miller | Aug 18, 2017 | anger, anger management, anxiety, assumptions, attitudes, beliefs, children, fellowship, glory to God, God's heart, God's love, longing for God
I grew up hearing “God helps those who help themselves.” I thought it was true. I took from that phrase that God wanted me to take care of the little things and go to Him for the big things. “Try first,” it seemed to say, “help myself...