Tag Archives: New International Version

Psalm 91 in the Midst of the Fray: Verse 3, and Share Your Story

Posted on October 31, 2013 by pbn

Phyllis Nissila For the complete booklet of Psalm 91 devotionals, click here. What He Says “Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence.” My friend Paula told me this story about her uncle, known … Continue reading →

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RX for Spiritual Angst (Encouragement/Inspirational)

Posted on October 28, 2013 by pbn

Phyllis Nissila “Three things in human life are important. The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. And the third is to be kind.” [1] I’ve been meditating on kindness also known as grace, forgiveness, compassion, … Continue reading →

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The Glow: A Story and Encouragement for You in Hard Times

Posted on October 13, 2013 by pbn

Phyllis Nissila Here is a story that, I hope, comforts you who may be in the midst of trauma or sorrow right now. It’s about the constant and sufficient love of God that works its way gently and powerfully from … Continue reading →

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God’s Masterpiece (Inspirational/Devotional)

Posted on September 29, 2013 by pbn

Phyllis Nissila THE ART MUSEUM I recently visited The Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Texas, where my daughter lives. I was impressed by the expanse and variety of creative expression in the galleries. My education in art is limited … Continue reading →

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In Plain Sight, 1 (Devotional)

Posted on May 31, 2013 by pbn

Phyllis Nissila Here’s the latest buzz on tracking devices: The Pentagon is developing so-called “micro drones,” miniature unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that “‘hide in plain sight,’ mimicking the behavior and size of bugs and birds” [1]. These high-tech critterbots range … Continue reading →

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Weeds 3: Thriving on the Vine (Devotional)

Posted on May 12, 2013 by pbn

Phyllis Nissila I saved my last weekend yard clean-up project for today: tidying up the tangle of clematis on the trellis out back. I thought if I just cleared out the dead elements of the rambling Ranunculaceae that had wound … Continue reading →

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Let Him Make You Smile Today (Devotional)

Posted on March 29, 2013 by pbn

Phyllis Nissila A little while ago I called to check on what time the technician would arrive to perform maintenance on the heat pump. The receptionist answered the phone with, to close, “How can we make you smile today?” I … Continue reading →

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What’s Your “E.Q.”? (Commentary/Devotional on Ecclesiastes)

Posted on December 31, 2012 by pbn

Phyllis Nissila THE “I.Q.” I listened to a guest on a radio program recently who has a measurable Intelligence Quotient (I.Q.) of 200. I was very impressed. Not that I understood everything he said. Callers also seemed very intelligent with … Continue reading →

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