Category Archives: Counting Joy

Satisfied: Psalm 63:5-6

Posted on March 25, 2020 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

“My soul is satisfied.” At the time of penning this heartfelt praise to God, David had long lived a life of abundance, moreso that we ever have, or will. Yet there were periods of time in his life that he … Continue reading →

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When Life Gets Diverted Onto Bumpy Terrain

Posted on March 19, 2020 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 He IS the God of our hope. Matthew … Continue reading →

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When You Think You Need More

Posted on March 22, 2014 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

I am pondering satisfaction over here, in the dark and cold dawn. I love Psalm 145. It contains some of the “10,000 Reasons” for my heart to sing. “Thou openest Thy hand, Thou satisfiest the desire of every living thing.” … Continue reading →

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With a Different Measure

Posted on August 14, 2013 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

Recently I read my umpteenth public post of romantic gushing from one long-married partner to the other. This one was after 34 years, and was the husband, no less. It was sweet. Some of my closest friends and church family … Continue reading →

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When the Differences are Opportunities

Posted on November 21, 2012 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Day— a day usually inseparable from tradition, family and abundance for many people. For me this year, it is a day when life’s changes will be evident. For my family, the past couple of years have brought … Continue reading →

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Veterans of a Different Kind…Counting the Grace

Posted on November 12, 2012 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

Veteran’s Day was yesterday and through social media I read many wonderful expressions of gratitude to well-deserving military servants, both past and present. Where would we be as a country, and as individuals, if these loyal citizens had not given … Continue reading →

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When a Heart Needs Reminding

Posted on April 7, 2012 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

This morning, bathed in spring sunshine streaming in from the bay window, I am pondering the Easter story. In the corner sits a beautiful lily, whose white trumpets seem to herald the resurrection joy in every moment. I am reminded … Continue reading →

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Counting Grace

Posted on March 1, 2011 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

It’s a wonder, really, when a heart bends to God and shares the joy it finds–enlarging Jehovah’s glory. He who loves, and gifts us each moment with grace, is worthy. I am so very grateful for the spiritual challenge and continous joy … Continue reading →

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Counting Joy Amidst Trials

Posted on February 19, 2011 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

Day Three What do you do when it’s cancer…again? When it’s his turn, once more, to bear fruit of the faulty line of genes? When looking back, there’s mother and sister and father and nephew and grandfather and grandmothers twice, … Continue reading →

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