Author Archives: Like an Olive Tree

About Like an Olive Tree

A wife, mother of 3 punkins and a lover of my Savior. I want to share my experiences and walk with other working, Christian (or not Christian) mothers as I/we run the good race with all of its hurdles, valleys and mountains to encourage others. So get on your running shoes and let's get moving!

God of Miracles – Modern Day Acts of the Apostles

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Like an Olive Tree

My friend “IC” was a pediatric nurse and we attended church together.  We were both leaders for our pastor in a church plant in Florida.  One summer in the mid 2000’s she was taking her nursing skills to China.  You see, China … Continue reading →

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What If The Story of Jesus Was Audibly Translated Into Over 1000 Languages

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Like an Olive Tree

I just had to share this.  I was so moved today.   I watched as 1000’s of people, young and old, living in Ethiopia and never before heard the story of Jesus before watched His story unfold and weep when He … Continue reading →

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it is raining babies

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Like an Olive Tree

Originally posted on teanna sunberg:
broken She was probably around fifteen the first time I met her at Blessings Church in Bucharest. You know, one of those teens that cause us good church folk to lower our eyes and not stare:…

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Please Don’t Make Me The Standard…..

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Like an Olive Tree

Ok, I am gonna keep it real today….I love Jesus with all of my heart.  I reach for the fruits of the spirit.  I desire to be those, but let’s face it….sometimes my flesh just rears its ugly head and … Continue reading →

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Surrender

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Like an Olive Tree

I am not required to do anything but surrender my heart to God, push the pride that I am capable of saving myself aside and accept that I can no nothing apart from Him.

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