Revelation Within Blog

...give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.- 1 Thessalonians 5:18 It comes back again and again to gratitude, to giving thanks. You see, when I give...

On the Thin Within forums, someone mentioned to me that I make this lifestyle sound so simple. These are the thoughts I shared on that forum:Well, it is simple, but definitely not easy. I know folks...

The HEAL book by Smith and Halliday turns to a discussion on "God-Breathed Friendship" on page 107. This is a bold move, considering that these days, "friends" are connections we make with our...

This chapter in the HEAL book, by Allie Smith and Judy Halliday, is titled Abundant Living.It is interesting to consider what "life" has consisted of for me most of my years on this planet. Food and...

Someone I spoke with a few weeks ago has a degree in Bible Exposition and told me that the Hebrew word translated "paths" of righteousness in Psalm 23 could also be translated "ruts." He pointed out...

My daughter is a great kid. She is one of the best--even at 15 years of age. But there are times when I catch us going back and forth about something--usually about how she has been sooooo kind to...

More than finding the "right" weight-loss program, more than exercising more, or doing everything in "just the right balance," practicing gratitude does amazing things from the inside out. I know I...

Some months ago, someone came to our church on Sunday to be a guest speaker. His message was from Revelation 1 entitled "It's Not About You." After church, my 15 year old daughter and I talked about...

Begin to think of what you will do next as you contemplate this journey through the HEAL book coming to an end. What will you study next? What will you do to reach your goals and objectives to be...