OVERCOMING LIFE’S CHALLENGES

Do you see me?

by Sandy Pope December 6, 2014

When I was in High School, a white boy made a racially charged statement directly to me in front of my whole class and my teacher. His hurtful statements came from out of nowhere.  Many of my classmates came to my defense and told him that he was wrong and that he should apologize.  Some […]

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The Giver of Opportunity

by Sandy Pope July 10, 2014

As a person with position and authority in many areas of my life, I am so thankful for the many opportunities that God has provided to me.  One thing that I have learned throughout my life is that if God has called you for a specific purpose, he will give you everything that you need […]

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Are You Scared?

by Sandy Pope July 30, 2013

The Lord is my light & my salvation–so why should I be afraid? – Psalm 27:1 Sometimes, when God gives us goals, we are not motivated by his promises to see us through, but instead we are immobilized  by our own fears leaving us paralyzed from achieving God’s purposes in our lives.  The fear is […]

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It is Well

by Sandy Pope November 30, 2011

“Can you worship a God who isn’t obligated to explain His actions to you?   Could it be your arrogance that makes you think God owes you an explanation?” — Francis Chan.   Something for me to ponder today.  I reread the quote and personalized it. “Can ‘I’ worship a God who isn’t obligated to explain His […]

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Renewed Mind, Renewed Body

by Sandy Pope October 31, 2011

Revised January 28, 2012 I’ve reach 100% of my weight loss goal. Yay!!!! Praise God!!!! How much weight did I lose? 90 pounds and I feel great. Praise God!!! I truly feel like my old self again! I am in maintenance mode, exercising and eating a LOT healthier these days. Praise God for a renewed […]

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Forgiveness

by Sandy Pope March 5, 2011

One of the first memories that I have about receiving forgiveness for doing something irreversible and certain of unfavorable consequences was when I was about 11 years old. My mother went on a trip to Mexico and while there she purchased a beautiful vase, which she proudly showcased in our living room. One day my […]

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When We Feel Defeated

by Sandy Pope June 7, 2010

I remember as a little girl watching ABC’s Wide World of Sports on Saturday afternoons. I wasn’t a sports fan, but I loved the intro to this program which featured sports footage accompanied by Jim McKay’s powerful and dramatic narration. “Spanning the globe to bring you the constant variety of sport! The thrill of victory! […]

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