By: Jean Matthew Hall,
on 9/25/2012
Sometimes God tells me to do some little something, or become involved with something, that sounds small enough. You know, small enough that I can handle it myself. Or small enough that I can squeeze it into my busy schedule. Or small enough that it won't require too much of my energy, intellect or emotion. But somehow, someway, those things seem to grow, and grow, until they become
By: Jean Matthew Hall,
on 7/6/2012
"Under his watchful eye, a tiny sprout grows to a lovely, fragrant flower, the drab cocoon brings forth the beautiful butterfly, and the Babe in the manger becomes the Prince of Peace! These miracles bring wonderment and awe to our hearts, warming our souls like rays of sun on a spring morning, reminding us of an eternal truth--that all things are precious in his sight." (from
By: Jean Matthew Hall,
on 12/10/2009
I'm feeling this terrible tug of war within. My writing life stands on one end of me, feet firmly planted, hands locked tight around the rope of my being. And my life-life is squared away on the other end of the rope. Both are determined to pull with all their might and drag the other to defeat. At least, that's the way it feels at times. I'm a member of High Calling Blogs. so is Ann Voscamp.
Jean,<br />Marvelous service. God is at work in you. It's good to reflect and celebrate these victories. Enjoy the memories! Keep 'em coming.
THANKS FOR this morning's inspiration. Love the pictures too! BTW, at one point you have "tings" rather than "things." Here's my small contribution to your morning post!
Thank you for sharing this. Sometimes we don't realize how much God has done until we look back. That can be hard to do at the beginning of the journey, but seeing God's work in other's lives and in other areas of our own can give us courage to take the next step with Him.
About 2 1/2 years ago, God kept telling me to start a conference to train women to be Christian speakers. I argued that I didn't have time, but finally relented. Three conferences later, we have 61 graduates Christian Communicators Conference who are out there, spreading His Great Name. <br /><br />I had no idea what He was starting! Thanks for letting me share.
Jean, I also have those statements by A.W. Tozer on an index card sitting on my desk. I so appreciate your writing and photography, and the wisdom that you send out to us!
Thanks, Vonda. PTL for His ability to do great things through small individuals.<br /><br />Jean
Thank you, Cynthia. Looking back is always a cure for discouragement for me. God leaves such giant footprints in our small lives.<br /><br />Jean
Thank you, Carol, my faithful friend.<br /><br />I fixed it.<br /><br />Jean
Dear Linda,<br /><br />I think when we get to heaven we are all going to be surprised by how many God-sized things happened in our lives on earth.<br /><br />Blessings to you, too,<br />Jean