Best Books

I highly recommend all 4 Christian books authored by Olivine Nadeau Bohner. She is a wonderful French-Canadian lady who writes on various topics. Her books are:
The Long Long Trial;
Into the Blizzard,
Demon of Padeng, and
27 Reasons why we don't have to be afraid.

The first book is Olivine's Canadian autobiography written with humor & insight.
The 2nd is the biography of Ukrainian Canadian Jack Zachary.
The 3rd book takes place in Laos and Thailand and is a biography of a fine Christian man who leads his village in believing God. The village does not have to fear the demon of padeng because the true God is stronger and will protect His people from demons and evil.
The last book is about God's love for all; there is no reason to be afraid of God.

I purchased all 4 books thru various used booksellers on Amazon.com

Infinitely Patient

God is "merciful and gracious, infinitely patient, and abounding in goodness and truth.". Exodus 34:6

He Cares for His own

It's a humbling experience to see God move in answer to the prayers of His people.... ...we have a God who responds to the faith and needs of His children. Even though He is mighty and awesome, sovereign and omnipotent, yet He is the gentle Shepherd who cares for His own. He is always there. Always.

And the Mountains Stood Aside, p 51, by Ruthie Jacobsen
Copyright 2011, Vernon C Luthas MD
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Why be Afraid of God?

Why be afraid of a God who is Love !?
"God is love". 1 John 4:8
Read also Exodus 34:6 - Blog entry: Thursday, March 29, 2018

Surrender

When we surrender our lives to the Living God, we are at peace with whatever comes our way.
By Beersheba Maywald

How I was Raised

I was raised to believe that God the Father is vengeful, and would immediately punish for any infraction of His law. I was raised to be scared of the Father and His Son Jesus Christ. I was told that if I did not attend church and Sunday school and then died that same week that I would go to hell.

It was not until my 20s that I was convinced God meant me no harm; that God would help and encourage me in my walk to Him. That God actually loved me and that His Son Jesus would return to take His faithful people to Heaven. That was so mind-blowing!

In Holy Scripture it says to fear God. This simply means to greatly respect and reverence Him.

Don't be afraid of God, He is not like a pagan god. God Himself loves you!

Whether You Love Him or Not

God and His Son Jesus Christ love you totally and completely, whether you love Him or not.

What God Cannot Do

God can do anything, except God cannot sin, and He will never force people to do His will

Are We There Yet !?

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Jesus' Second Coming & the Last Days: But no one knows the day or hour of Jesus coming, not even the angels nor Jesus Himself.  Only the Father knows. Pay attention! Watch and ...

Using The Mind

The right use of the mind (the will) is crucial: You are well, you become well, you resist disease, you choose to do good - and not to do wrong - through the power of the will, strengthened by firm reliance on God and obedience to His Written Word.

based on Natural Remedies Encyclopedia, 2004, p 83, # 11. By Vance Ferrell

When I Am Weak...

Going thru a time of trial and humbling experiences. But....When I am weak, then I am strong. Because Jesus is carrying me. Amen!
See 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

No Shame

Those who look to God are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame. Psalm 34:5

Free Salvation

Salvation full and free! It cannot be bought or sold. Jesus paid the price! God gives salvation to all who freely accept it.

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: God's Free Love

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: God's Free Love: God's love cannot be bought - He gives it freely.

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Often Our Plans Fail

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Often Our Plans Fail: Often our plans fail that God’s plans for us may succeed!
Ministry of Healing, 473 Ellen G White

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: FINAL JUDGMENT GOING ON NOW!

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: FINAL JUDGMENT GOING ON NOW!: Solemn are the scenes connected with the closing work of the Judgment. Momentous are the interests involved. The Judgment is now passing in...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Story behind Natural Disasters

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Story behind Natural Disasters: Even if man can explain the natural disasters as part of El Niño, global warming, or some other 'natural' phenomenon, that does not...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Will This Happen in America?

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Will This Happen in America?: Satan has control of all whom God does not especially guard.  Satan will favor and prosper some in order to further his own designs, and he...

Happy!

If Christ lives in your heart, you will be happy and full of praise and joy. The crises of life are as nothing compared to the bright future God has in store for you! Stand true to Him, and soon Heaven will be yours!

Natural Remedies - Heritage Edition, 2004, p 370 Encouragement, by Vance Ferrell

We Have Been Purchased

We have been purchased by the precious blood of Jesus Christ, the Son of God! What a price has been paid for us! Now Christ invites you to come and accept His salvation. He can strengthen you to obey all He asks of you.

Natural Remedies - Heritage Edition, 2004, p 469 - Encouragement, by Vance Ferrell

Real Battle

Could our spiritual vision be quickened, we should see souls bowed down under oppression and burdened with grief...and ready to die of discouragement. We should see holy angels flying swiftly to aid these tempted souls, who are standing on the brink of a high cliff.

Holy angels force back evil angels that encircle these souls, and the holy angels guide the tempted ones to stand firm on the sure Foundation.

The battles waging between the two armies of holy and evil angels are as real as those fought by earthly armies, but on the issue of spiritual conflict eternal destinies depend.

Based on Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing, p 119, e g white

Cleansing the Mind

The only safeguard against evil is the indwelling of Christ in the mind through faith in His righteousness. It is because selfishness exists in our souls that temptation has power over us.

But, when we see the great love of God, selfishness appears to us in its hideous and repulsive character, and we desire to have it expelled from the soul.

As the Holy Spirit glorifies Christ, our hearts are softened and subdued, the temptation loses its power, and the grace of Christ transforms the character.

Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing, p 118, E G White

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: First Cause

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: First Cause: "Friends, the greatest thinkers throughout the ages and up to modern times have utterly failed to give a satisfactory explanation as t...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Lover of the Sea

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Lover of the Sea: On an ocean trip Ellen G White wrote," the waves ran high and we were tossed up and down so very grandly. I was highly elevated in my ...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Where Everyone will be Perfect

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Where Everyone will be Perfect: When God created the Earth everything was absolutely perfect.  There were no flaws in anything.  There was no sin.  No troubles, no pain, n...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Zucchini Boats - Entree

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Zucchini Boats - Entree: Debra’s Zucchini Boats From the kitchen of: Debra M INGREDIENTS Two large zucchini 1 pkg Pepperidge Farm Stuffing - sage 1 - 28 o...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Orange Pie Filling

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Orange Pie Filling: RECIPES FROM DR. JOHN HARVEY KELLOGG'S WIFE – late 1880’s Mrs. Kellogg was Superintendent of the Battle Creek Sanitarium [Hospital] Sc...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Satan can't read our Thoughts

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Satan can't read our Thoughts: “Satan is not permitted to read our thoughts; but he is a keen observer, and he marks the words, and actions, and skillfully adapts his tem...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: GOD'S VOICE

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: GOD'S VOICE: A few years ago, while seeing Andy’s grandparents’ graves, we remembered a unique mausoleum. The sealed door was open and Andy wanted to loo...

Never Trusted in Vain

No one ever trusted God in vain...He helps all those who come to Him in faith.
By G Edward Reid

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Carry Me Through

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Carry Me Through: I dreamed I was trudging up a steep, sand mountain carrying a heavy load of burdens.  I kept slipping and sliding, falling down and sliding...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Finances

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Finances: "There is one who makes himself rich, yet has nothing; and one who makes himself poor, yet has great riches." Proverbs 13:7 &qu...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: The Christian's Privilege

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: The Christian's Privilege: For the kingdom of God is not food and drink; but righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. Romans 14:17. It is the Christian&#3...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Vengeance

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Vengeance: Dear friends, don't avenge yourselves, but put away anger. For it is written:  vengeance is Mine!, I will repay, says the Lord. If y...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Our God of all Comfort

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Our God of all Comfort: God speaks to us in a special way in times of testing. This is presented with the sincere desire that you might be strengthened as God spea...

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Prayer for America

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Prayer for America: Dear Lord in this time of our deep need, help us again as You did in years gone by.  And in Your anger, remember your mercy. Habakkuk 3...

He will Sustain You

He who has given you life knows your need of food to sustain it. He who created your body knows your need of clothing. God, who has given you the greater gift, will also give you what is needed to make your life complete.
Based on: The Mount of Blessing, p 95, e g white

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Its Been a Rough 3 Weeks

ENCOURAGEMENT !!!: Its Been a Rough 3 Weeks: I’ve been going thru a rough 3 weeks. Unfortunately, I was going by feeling and not by faith. Satan was getting a strong hold on my emotio...

When We Cannot Pray

When we feel that we have sinned and cannot pray, it is then the time to pray!

"If we confess our sins," God "is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.". 1 John 1:9

"God retains not His anger forever, because He delights in mercy.". Micah 7:18