Tag Archives: nothing I can do to make God love me more

As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you

Posted on March 10, 2018 by honestaboutmyfaith

There is a special bond between a mother and a child and God wants us to know that he loves us with that same intensity, passion and devotion. God says: ‘As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort … Continue reading →

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The one about the Doll

Posted on February 4, 2018 by honestaboutmyfaith

When they were younger, one of my children owned a doll that they took everywhere. Towards the end of her stay with us the Doll was fairly broken. She had seen better days, her hair was matted and one of … Continue reading →

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The One Where My Daughter Left Me Speechless

Posted on November 22, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

So, we were discussing how to interpret a picture and I knew what I was expecting my daughter to say but her answer left me speechless. We sometimes use a creative form of prayer called ‘prayer pictures’ in church where we project … Continue reading →

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I Would if it was for Someone who I Really Cared About

Posted on June 3, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

My son, David went on a train for the first time a few days ago. He went BY HIMSELF! to London and traveled on the underground and Tracey and I were immensely proud of him. My other son came with me to pick David up … Continue reading →

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110%?

Posted on January 26, 2016 by honestaboutmyfaith

Did you hear about the pack of ham that was labelled as containing 110% pork? It’s quite funny, but according to Aldi, who were selling the ham, the % sign should have said grams next to it. Image source: Imgur … Continue reading →

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The One About The Red Carpet

Posted on October 27, 2015 by honestaboutmyfaith

So, yesterday it was the world premiere of the new James Bond film, Spectre and there was a red carpet to greet and welcome the people who had a ticket. A red carpet sends out the message to the people invited that they are special and important. As … Continue reading →

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Do you love the church?

Posted on February 27, 2015 by honestaboutmyfaith

So, I was sat there feeling pretty miserable and then I heard the words: Do you love the church? This all happened a long time ago. Life was tough and things were not going well at the church I was … Continue reading →

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Stress!!!!!

Posted on July 16, 2014 by honestaboutmyfaith

Yesterday I had one of the most stressful hours of my life. I was at the toddler group we run at church and I needed to play some music for the pass the parcel game. The sound desk was showing … Continue reading →

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