by Darlene Schacht | Apr 14, 2021 | Scattered Seeds
Drawn from my archives James 5:16 tells us, “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” Do you see that word, “fervent” in there? It tells me that a righteous woman is enthusiastic about prayer, and that her prayer life is something she values. I...
by Darlene Schacht | Apr 12, 2021 | Scattered Seeds
I got to thinking today about a friend I had back in the 90s. We were both stay-at-home moms who loved crafting, housekeeping, and worshipping God. What’s interesting about that relationship was how much we mirrored each other. She liked wreath making, I liked...
by Darlene Schacht | Apr 11, 2021 | Scattered Seeds
Excerpt from the Faith & Provision Bible Study As I’m reading Acts Chapter 16, I’m in awe. I read how Paul and Silas were severely beaten, chained, and imprisoned. Even then, they sang hymns to the Lord. I wonder, could I be that faithful? It’s so much...
by Darlene Schacht | Apr 9, 2021 | Scattered Seeds, ups and downs
As the weather warms up and the flowers wake up from their slumber, I’m reminded of bonfires, barbecues, beaches, and bowls of fresh fruit. I’m reminded of days spent with family in the warm summer sun eating cotton candy and ice-cold lemonade. I’m...
by Darlene Schacht | Apr 8, 2021 | Scattered Seeds
Shortly after I gave my life to the Lord at the young age of 11, I was introduced to the concept of evangelism. The way it was explained to me at the time, was that I had a duty to tell others about Christ. The next day I got together with my best friend to formulate...
by Darlene Schacht | Apr 6, 2021 | Scattered Seeds, Uncategorized
I happened upon this excerpt from Messy Beautiful Love today. It’s a reminder that unity is strengthened when we’re sealed by the Spirit. God’s desire for us is that we might be one in the bond of unity, in the same way that we are one in the union and...
