by Joy Bollinger | Faith, Prayer & Praying
Recently, we experienced heavy rains and high winds that blew the outdoor carpet, forming a perfect tunnel. I was in the kitchen preparing dinner when I was suddenly startled by loud banging. I turned to see a squirrel, that had apparently accessed the porch by...
by Joy Bollinger | Faith, Obedience, Trusting God
Has God ever asked you to do something for which you felt totally unqualified? As a result, you held back, fearing failure, or offending someone, or making a fool of yourself. You might have even argued with God and told Him to find someone who would be better suited...
by Joy Bollinger | Faith, LOVE
Recently, I was challenged by a person who does not believe that those who curse Israel will be cursed and those who bless Israel will be blessed. Unfortunately, this person is among many Christians and non-Christians who believe in replacement theology, which asserts...
by Joy Bollinger | Faith, The Word
As I typed this during a very rainy morning, I was reminded of the unfortunate fact that we have an area in our backyard that becomes a muddy mess when it rains. Instead of mud, I would enjoy flowering plants in all of their blooming glory. However, my husband is...
by Joy Bollinger | Faith, Fear, God's Word
We are all guilty of worrying about something or someone. As much as I would like to deny it, there have been times when I kept myself awake at night fretting over something that I could not control or change. The dictionary defines worry as fretting,...
