Tag: prayer

Current Tensions and {Potentially} Sticky Conversations
Christian Living · Community · Encouragement · Faith · Hope

Current Tensions and {Potentially} Sticky Conversations

Alyssa DeLosSantos2 Comments

  Today we gathered around, opened the ancient holy writ, and leaned in close. There’s no way to plan for these moments because there is no telling what will populate as we begin sharing our insights and experiences. Today was no different. As we began a bible study homework discussion, we somehow managed to find…… Continue reading Current Tensions and {Potentially} Sticky Conversations

Are You a Creature of Habit?
Christian Living · Faith · Grace · Hope

Are You a Creature of Habit?

Alyssa DeLosSantos5 Comments

Automatic headlights are annoying. I’m convinced they are evil. I’ve had several experiences where a car is blinding me with all the brightness. I’m not talking about cars a mile or more behind me-either. Just last night, while my daughter was driving home, the chap behind us compromised our ability to see with all the brightness. Not exaggerating…promise. Without…… Continue reading Are You a Creature of Habit?

Giving out of Excess Isn’t Equivalent to Sacrifice
Christian Living · Faith · Healing

Giving out of Excess Isn’t Equivalent to Sacrifice

Alyssa DeLosSantos11 Comments

We gathered in a circle to pray over the women that would be the recipients of the piles of donations collected.  Purses, shoes, sweaters, belts, and toiletries filled the space around us. The prayers offered were thoughtful and heartfelt, but as the time of prayer tarried, I had a growing conviction. While I could hear…… Continue reading Giving out of Excess Isn’t Equivalent to Sacrifice

Faith

Blurred Lines {Not the Song!}

Alyssa DeLosSantos1 Comment

I’ve been studying prayer this month. It’s been both encouraging and challenging all at once. When I took some time to examine my motives and habits in prayer, I realized it’s not uncommon for me to just present requests for my needs. Then this poem, not my usual style of writing, emerged from a parallel…… Continue reading Blurred Lines {Not the Song!}

For the Love {of Answered Prayers}
Community · Faith · Grace

For the Love {of Answered Prayers}

Alyssa DeLosSantos9 Comments

We were in unfamiliar territory. I guess that’s what made my request bold {or stupid}. I asked, nonetheless. Lord, would you let someone affirm me today? Yes, I know I’m in Orlando {1,000 miles from home} and it’s likely I won’t know a single soul at Disney, but please? {Then I crossed my arms and…… Continue reading For the Love {of Answered Prayers}

In Persistent Pursuit
Belief · Faith

In Persistent Pursuit

Alyssa DeLosSantos7 Comments

The question itself wasn’t bad. But, the afternoon interrogation-which included a single question {presented in varying ways} repeated over and over-was exhausting.  He must have asked me 100 times about the old cell phone collection in our hutch. He wanted one of them for his own personal use. I attempted to explain {each time} that there was…… Continue reading In Persistent Pursuit

Belief · Faith · Love

Just Ask

Alyssa DeLosSantos3 Comments

Her words suggested an elaborate plan. My mind flooded with caveats. If you have a pulse, you’ve noticed the extensive planning of proposals today. Our youth are inviting each other to homecoming, prom, on a date, etc. with big productions (posters presented in public places, signs that cover houses, etc.). My prom invitation, received in the…… Continue reading Just Ask

Hope · Uncategorized

Tongue Tied

Alyssa DeLosSantosAside1 Comment

I love single moms. I have been a single mom. I feel called to remind single mothers that although their family status may have changed, they STILL matter.  I learn all manner of lessons from these courageous women. Just the other week, while sitting in worship, I had a moment of pure joy.  My family… Continue reading Tongue Tied