Monthly Archives: November 2011

GLEANINGS from Claudia: Grief Again . . .

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Gleanings from Claudia

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalms 23:4 Grief has surfaced again after several weeks underground. … Continue reading →

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Eleven Months

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Gleanings from Claudia

Dear Becky, Eleven months. I still expect you to walk in the door anytime. I still expect to see a  Facebook or email message or to call you and talk for an hour. You were so present in your absence … Continue reading →

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Mary’s Grief and Praise

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Gleanings from Claudia

“Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many … Continue reading →

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: God’s Work in Me

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Gleanings from Claudia

“You do not delight in sacrifice, or I would bring it; you do not take pleasure in burnt offerings. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.” Psalms 51:16-17  … Continue reading →

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Hearing My Name

Posted on November 12, 2011 by Gleanings from Claudia

“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!” Isaiah 49:15 Amity made a comment in passing earlier this week that has … Continue reading →

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Our Ever-Present Help

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Gleanings from Claudia

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake … Continue reading →

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Thankfulness

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Gleanings from Claudia

“The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deut 31:8 Once again this week I’ve been remembering. Last year on the … Continue reading →

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