A couple of great songs...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kabe-63zagI&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-afZJ9_TIM

Enjoy!

Spending time alone with God...

Today's teaching is on the importance of spending time alone with God.  You can find it under "Discipleship 401" http://growingasadiscipleofchrist-fionab.blogspot.com/  God wants us to have a close relationship with Him, not just be "religious".  Studying the Word and spending time in His presence are key if you want to become mature and strong in your walk with Christ. 

Chronic Illness and our changing emotions

For those of us who live with chronic illness, we often experience differing emotions.  They can range from simple frustration to full blown anger.  You can read more about this at fionab-growingbeyondyourpainfulpast.blogspot.com

How to have healthy communications with others...

Do you ever find yourself wondering if what you're saying is the right thing? Our words do affect other people...you'd be surprised how even our body language or tone of voice can convey a lot.  I'm continuing my teaching on the topic of  "So, What is Normal?".  To learn more about healthy communication, go to "Growing Beyond your Painful Past: Part Four" at http://fionab-growingbeyondyourpainfulpast.blogspot.com

Do thoughts fight for attention in your mind?

We all struggle with our thoughts.  Some are thoughts that we wouldn't care if others knew what we were thinking,...other thoughts can be embarrassing, and can even make us upset at ourselves for having them.  Today's lesson continuing under "Discipleship 301" looks at how you can get better control over your inner thoughts, and it comes in the form of memorizing Scripture.  You'd be amazed at how filling your mind with a Bible verse rather than allowing your thoughts to just go where they want can make a difference, in not only how you feel, but also in your ability to have a closer walk with God. 

You can find this lesson at http://growingasadiscipleofchrist-fionab.blogspot.com/

Can someone with chronic illness live a "normal" life?

Do you ever feel like your life evolves around your health issues?   When do I take my medication?  Will I be able to go get groceries today?  The housework hasn't been done in days!  The yardwork hasn't been done in weeks!  Will I be able to work today or have to leave early again?

What I'd like to share with you this time is more of a personal story, that I hope will encourage and inspire you.  I found out, for a short time, that yes I can like like a "normal" healthy person.  You can find it at http://fionab-livingwithpainandillness.blogspot.com/

I also added to the "Inspirational Readings" section today. This section can be found at the right of my blog under "Pages".  Scroll down to May 18.

Do you ever wonder why you view life as you do?

Do you ever wonder why you view life the way you do?  Today's teaching on "Growing Beyond your Painfu Past: Part Three"  continues to look at how what we learned from our families can affect us.  I'm continuing my teaching on the topic of  "So, What is Normal?"  You can find it at http://fionab-growingbeyondyourpainfulpast.blogspot.com/

Taking a break... not feeling well...

Not feeling very well lately.  Will be taking the week off from posting to my blog.  Have a blessed day!

Where is God when you really need Him?

Do you ever feel that some days you just can't deal with things anymore and wonder where God is?  For an encouraging story, go to "Living with Chronic Illness" at http://fionab-livingwithpainandillness.blogspot.com/     I hope you find some encouragement and reassurance after reading this.  God bless you!

Let's look at some ways you can study your Bible better...

Today's teaching is on how you can better study your Bible.  You can find it under Discipleship 301 at http://growingasadiscipleofchrist-fionab.blogspot.com/

So, What is Normal?

Do you ever find yourself wondering what normal really is?  For those who grew up in less than ideal circumstances, they often find themselves struggling with this very question. I teach about this in "Growing Beyond your Painful Past: Part Three."  You can find it at http://fionab-growingbeyondyourpainfulpast.blogspot.com/

Living with Chronic Illness

Today I'm adding a new section called "Living with Chronic Illness" now that I have finished my series on "Living with Severe, Chronic Pain".  You can find at http://fionab-livingwithpainandillness.blogspot.com/

Why it is so important you study your Bible and not just read it...

Today I'm discussing the importance of studying your Bible and not just reading it, as if if were a regular book.  I believe it is crucial that you study the Bible for several reasons.  To find out those reasons, please go to "Discipleship 301" at http://growingasadiscipleofchrist-fionab.blogspot.com/

Do you worry about what people think?

Unfortunately, it is quite common to worry about what others think.  However, it can hold us back from being the person God intends us to be,and to be able to do what He wants us to do with our lives.  Today's teaching under "Growing Beyond your Painful Past: Part Three" looks at this struggle that many of us live with on a daily basis.   You can find it at http://fionab-growingbeyondyourpainfulpast.blogspot.com/

Ever wonder about the "Trinity"?

In the first teaching under "Discipleship 301" we will look at what the "Trinity" is and how it is a main doctrine of the Christian faith.  The Trinity has, and probably always will be, a serious point of contention between other religions, cults and Christianity.  You can read about it at http://growingasadiscipleofchrist-fionab.blogspot.com/