Tag Archives: change

Decade

Posted on February 8, 2020 by Elena Bowling

This may sound too simplistic but I think there are basically three kinds of people in this world; those who don’t know Jesus yet (or have rejected Him), those who have loved and followed Him since childhood, and those who … Continue reading →

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Blessssssed

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Elena Bowling

Our transition from the QC to PeeDee ends tomorrow. Finally, praise God! My sweetie and I have been on the move since May 22, staying here and there with friends and family for several days at a time. We are … Continue reading →

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Moments

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Elena Bowling

Two months have passed since the announcement. Eight weeks have now dwindled down to a handful of days. Yesterday was my last Monday staff meeting. Today my last weekly outreach meeting with our senior pastor, last coffee-shop meeting with a … Continue reading →

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One Nation, Under God

Posted on October 6, 2018 by Elena Bowling

There was a knock at the door this morning. The young man was about to leave as I answered. He was a student from our local university, working on behalf of the IL republican candidate for governor. Bradley introduced himself … Continue reading →

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Fear Not

Posted on August 10, 2018 by Elena Bowling

There was a time, not that long ago, that I wouldn’t have considered inviting people over to my home for a meal. Correction …. for years I didn’t. What a terrible waste. I cheated myself out of so much pleasure. … Continue reading →

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Missing You

Posted on February 3, 2018 by Elena Bowling

Mom asked me the oddest question this past Wednesday …… “Are you going to miss anyone when you leave”. Well, of course, Mama. Naturally. I mean, my whole life has revolved around the Carolinas since before the time of Moses. … Continue reading →

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Perception vs Reality

Posted on August 26, 2017 by Elena Bowling

“Perception is reality”I disagreed with her remark, resisting the idea that what someone thinks (about a person or situation) is true. I have wrong thoughts all the time, so I know firsthand that just having a thought doesn’t make it … Continue reading →

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That First, Next Step

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Elena Bowling

This girl is a technology and social media junkie. I love seeing vacays, family time, delicious meals, pets, baby bumps, date nights and such. Staying connected in this way provides opportunities to pray for friends who are going through rough … Continue reading →

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The Best Thing

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Elena Bowling

This time of transition is coming to a turning point, for dad and our family. I am awaiting a call from the discharge planner at GMH advising of the time, so I can meet him at his new place sometime … Continue reading →

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Ahead

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Elena Bowling

Every year we decorate our home for Christmas the day after Thanksgiving and take it all down on New Year’s Day. This morning, after a late breakfast of pancakes and bacon we got on task, pulling the empty storage boxes … Continue reading →

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