by Rebecca Yauger | Jan 21, 2025 | encouragement, faithfulness, family, fear, friends, friendship, God's plan, hope, learning
So, here’s a funny thing. I was supposed to be starting a Bible study today in Jeremiah, and for some reason, I opened the book of Nehemiah instead. I ended up reading the first two chapters of Nehemiah instead of the first two chapters of Jeremiah. I guess God...
by Rebecca Yauger | Jan 7, 2025 | ancestors, attitude, blessings, choices, Christmas, cycles of life, encouragement, faith, family, family ties, grandchildren, Grandparents, gratitude, grief, growing older, life, positive attitude, Ripple Effects, small moments, thankfulness
Now that we’re into the new year, many have made goals or resolutions, or chosen a word for the year. While I have those things swirling around in my brain, another thought is taking hold. It’s “Ripple Effects.” I’ve been thinking a lot about ripple effects in life....
by Rebecca Yauger | Dec 3, 2024 | Christmas, encouragement, faith, family, fear, forgiveness, friendship, prayer, trust, trusting God
Well, I guess I need to be real. I’m all about encouraging one another and giving hope. But at the moment, I’m struggling. This year, thinking about Christmas only brings stress. Certain family relationships are difficult. And I’m hoping we zoom quickly right into...
by Rebecca Yauger | Nov 26, 2024 | blessings, Christian walk, Christmas, discouragement, encouragement, faith, faith in Christ, family, God is there, gratitude, hope, trusting God
It’s the holidays. And for many, it’s a time of food, fun, and family gatherings – whether it’s your blood family or a family of friends. It can also be a time of stress, sadness, and discouragement. And many wish we could just jump ahead to January. Truthfully, I’m a...
by Rebecca Yauger | Apr 15, 2021 | cancer, choices, encouragement, faith, faith in Christ, faithfulness, family, God is there, grief, hope, illness, inspiration, motivation, prayer, trusting God
It’s been a while since I’ve written a cancer blog. Admittedly, they are difficult to write. And now, someone close to me is nearing the end of his life due to cancer. It’s hard. In watching this person face the end of his life, and to watch those close to this dear...
by Rebecca Yauger | Feb 4, 2021 | blessings, choices, cousins, cycles of life, family, family ties, life, support, thankfulness, uncles
Last summer was difficult in many ways, with the pandemic and a nation divided. Closer to home, the issue was a major health crisis with my parents; one had the health issue, and the other had to helplessly watch their spouse decline, then fight back. It was a...
