Tag Archives: God

On Joining God on an Adventure

Posted on January 18, 2016 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

I am never disappointed when I turn to God’s face and listen to His words. Never. He never says anything that unexpectedly veers from His character. His words are as reassuring as they are familiar. With some people, their annoying … Continue reading →

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Restablishing the Awe

Posted on April 11, 2014 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

I’m falling in love again. I just thought I’d mention it.   Whenever I find myself not quite focused spiritually, not quite in daily sync with God–whenever His calls of faith and service become muffled by life’s responsibilities, distractions, or … 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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When You Need a Valentine Every Day

Posted on February 13, 2014 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

Yesterday, a sweet-faced and gentle-spirited student of mine carefully carried a beautiful orchid and little box of chocolates into school and left them on my desk for me to find. His family takes every opportunity heralded by Hallmark to bless … Continue reading →

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When You Fall in an Unguarded Moment

Posted on October 10, 2013 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

I don’t like being startled. It brings out my ugliness. I am sitting here in the early morning semi-silence of compromise, praying. Scott is whirring away on the exercise bike and Libby is gnawing noisily on her bone. Those are … 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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Company in the Boat

Posted on February 8, 2013 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

This morning, God is using Sarah Young’s  Jesus Calling  to mend my heart and strip away the eroding self- and situation-focused perspective… “I guarantee that you will always have problems in this life, but they must not become your focus.” SY … Continue reading →

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Standing Firm

Posted on January 26, 2013 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

Pondering steadfastness today, and planting my feet deep. As I morning and glance at the newsfeed to gather prayers, I see: Women in Combat may be Panetta’s Crowning Achievement. The first thing that my heart responded with was: Haven’t women … 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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Like Me in Every Way…Even When I’m Angry. Really?

Posted on October 30, 2012 by An Earthen Vessel--Terri Apgar

For this reason He had to be made like them, fully human in every way, Hebrew 2:17 Every way. Fully human. I continue on my journey of mutual understanding and today God leads me into the heart of Jesus. He lays … Continue reading →

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