Kathleen Knapp
Rejoice - Always?
When we understand the hope we have in Jesus, we can experience joy, even in our suffering.
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Kathleen Knapp
- Aug 20
- 2 min
The Freedom of Grace
Do you ever feel like you’ve blown it? Today, I got furious—loud voice, defensive words, anger, tears, and regret. Wow, I sure blew up!...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jul 15
- 2 min
God Is Our Helper
The task seemed so simple. I’d done this a million times before, but nothing worked today. I felt frustrated and angry and was in tears....
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jun 15
- 2 min
Majestic Mountains
My husband and I recently drove through the Canadian Rocky Mountains. As we approached the foothills, we could see the snow-capped peaks...
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Kathleen Knapp
- May 24
- 4 min
Betrayed By A Friend But Redeemed
I opened the email from my friend and read the words in disbelief. Instead of a cheery letter full of news, she wrote to me of hurt,...
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Kathleen Knapp
- May 11
- 2 min
My Heart Is Like A Garden
Anyone who knows me well, knows I love my garden, but I don’t really like gardening. LOL However, today, I sunk my fingers into the wet...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Apr 8
- 3 min
Tears Dripped Off My Chin
As I viewed my Facebook ‘memories’ one morning, one of the pictures brought me to tears with fresh grief. I cried as I viewed the photos...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Mar 15
- 3 min
Guarding Your Mind: The Battle for Your Thoughts.
The tension in my temples begins to slowly squeeze my head as I feel a headache building. My breathing becomes shallow and tight. My...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Feb 16
- 3 min
How To Cope With a Panic Attack When Grief Overwhelms You
I remember my first panic attack. I was scared. Fear engulfed me. The tightness in my chest, struggling to breathe, feeling faint, my...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jan 11
- 2 min
Finding Your Identity Again, After Loss...
When we face loss, grief, or changes in circumstances in our lives, we sometimes lose our identity. Our perception of ourselves...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Dec 1, 2023
- 3 min
Conquering The Fears In My Dreams
I awoke from my sleep with tears in my eyes and a cry on my lips. It was still dark. It took my brain a few moments to realize it was...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Nov 13, 2023
- 2 min
"Embracing Wisdom: A Journey of Humility and Growth"
Most of us don’t like to be told what to do. I know I don’t. Looking back on my younger years, I have some regrets. I made some poor life...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Oct 29, 2023
- 2 min
Autumn Reflections
The days get shorter, the nights longer, and the air cooler, As the season changes, the natural world prepares To rest. "There is a time...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Oct 13, 2023
- 3 min
"Do You Trust Me?" ~ God
Have you ever felt like you couldn’t trust God? I have. When my life plans haven't gone the way I thought they should. When my prayers...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Oct 1, 2023
- 2 min
Giving Thanks
Giving thanks in Canada as we enjoy the bounty of fall. “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” Psalm 107:1...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jul 28, 2023
- 2 min
God's Glory is in Your Story!
Many of us have a testimony of God's goodness in our lives. But do you ever suffer from Imposter Syndrome? Imposter Syndrome is a...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jul 21, 2023
- 3 min
God's Presence is With You Wherever You Go.
Today is the anniversary of the day my son died. That night the phone woke me in the middle of the night. My husband called, asking me to...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jul 7, 2023
- 3 min
No Mountains Without Valleys
Last summer we travelled in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The white snowy mountain peaks are stunning in the bright sunlight against the...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jun 23, 2023
- 2 min
When Words are Few, God Inspires
Do you struggle with feeling like an imposter? Sometimes I don’t feel worthy to be writing about God. After all, who am I? I certainly...
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jun 16, 2023
- 2 min
Successful Endings and Joyful Beginnings
June is the beginning of the hot, lazy days of summer in the northern hemisphere. A season of weddings, reunions, picnics, and parties....
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Kathleen Knapp
- Jun 9, 2023
- 2 min
Being a Mother is a Tough Job
The hours are long, the work is hard, and monetary compensation is non-existent. Early mornings, late nights, endless housework,...
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Kathleen Knapp
- May 26, 2023
- 2 min
Weird Conversations in My Mind
“Be still and know that I am God” Psalm 46:10 Relax. Take some time for yourself to pause and enjoy a few moments outside. Breathe in the...
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Kathleen Knapp
- May 12, 2023
- 7 min
Thank you Mom, For the Love of Words
For Mother's Day this year, I am sharing a piece about my mom. It's a bit longer than my usual blog but I hope you'll appreciate why...
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Kathleen Knapp
- May 5, 2023
- 2 min
Surrender to the Rain
I love rain. Especially the heavy, soaking, spring rain. The kind of rain that fills your senses and changes the season from winter to...
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