“Agree quickly with your adversary (Matthew 5:25, NAS).” “It is already a defeat for you, that you have lawsuits with one another. Why not rather be wronged? Why not rather be defrauded (II Corinthians 6:7, NAS).” “We are to clothe… Read More ›
Facing Trials
Cheryl Zelenka Radio Interview On Woman To Woman
http://www.kgms.com/new-window/?yourKey=1849 If you missed my radio interview with Kathy Thomas from Woman to Woman, no worries! Why not kick back and listen to the podcast now? Let me know what you think and be sure to go to the link… Read More ›
Are You Praising God In ALL Circumstances?
“Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, And into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.” Psalm 100:4 (NKJV) “Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.” Psalm 118:1 (NKJV) “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is… Read More ›
Forgiveness and Humility
Matthew 5:25: Make friends quickly with your opponent at law while you are with him on the way, so that your opponent may not hand you over to the judge, and the judge to the officer, and you be thrown… Read More ›
Exerpt From Divine Interruptions: A Bible Study Through The Book Of Job
MY NEWEST BOOK WILL BE ON AMAZON MARCH FIRST! Here is a bit of a tease… Waiting On New Wrapping Paper Chapter Seven DAY ONE Throughout my recovery the question “Why?” was in the forefront of my mind. Like Job,… Read More ›
Truth Should Always Hold the Hand Of Kindness
“I believe that in the end the truth will conquer.” ~ John Wycliffe http://www.whatchristianswanttoknow.com/bible-verses-about-truth-20-great-scripture-quotes/#ixzz2tkrNszvJ “Let not kindness and truth forsake thee: Bind them about thy neck; Write them upon the tablet… Read More ›
My First Reviews Are In For Divine Interruptions
My publishing consultant from 40-Day publishing is leading a small group of women through my new book, Divine Interruptions: A Bible Study Through The Book of Job. I could not ask for better feedback. Here are just a few… Read More ›
Read An Excerpt From My Soon To Be Released Bible Study!
I’ve been busy writing the discussion questions for my next book, Divine Interruptions: A Bible Study Through The Book Of Job. It will be available (Black/White image, Color Copy, and a Leader Guide) the first week of March on Amazon…. Read More ›
Depression Isn't A Sign Of Weakness
I suffered from clinical depression for ten years. I know that black pit and I want to lift up any who are suffering from depression right now. You are not alone and God will help you. My brain tumor was… Read More ›
Our Spiritual Path
) “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119: 105 (NKJV) “The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like… Read More ›
God Encourages Perseverance
James 1:2-4 speaks about the importance and value of perseverance. We can learn from this little squirrel! I speak from personal experience, recovering from a brain tumor is not easy! Overcoming ANY adveristy is a challenge. However, we are given… Read More ›
Worn
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUEy8nZvpdM&sns=em “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest… Read More ›
My Bible Study Will Soon Be On Amazon!
Dear One, I have been so busy lately with travel, public speaking, and the release of my next book. God is so faithful to open doors when we walk in faith and obedience! In Divine Interruptions: A Bible Study Through… Read More ›
Gratitude
“Jesus went without comfort so that you might have it. He postponed joy so that you might share in it. He willingly chose isolation so that you might never be alone in your hurt and sorrow. He had no real… Read More ›
Brain Tumor? Illness? God Is STILL In The Picture!!
“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” Galations 6:2 (NKJV) If you have had a brain tumor, brain cancer, or suffer from some other illness please remember God is still in the picture. He has a reason… Read More ›
Laughter During Seasons of Adversity
Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and He saved them out of their distresses. He sent His word and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions. Oh, that men would give thanks to the Lord… Read More ›
Cheryl Zelenka Shares Her Brain Tumor Testimony On Denver Radio Station
This Wednesday I was interviewed by Angie Austin on KLTT radio. Thanks to all the readers who prayed for me! I shared a bit of my testimony recovering from a brain tumor, and was able to promote my book FACING… Read More ›
Spiritual Eyeglasses of Grace
Always pray to have eyes that see the best in people, A heart that forgives the worst, A mind that forgets the bad, And a soul that never loses faith in God. ~Unknown “Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous… Read More ›
Serenity In The Midst of Anguish
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.” Romans 8:18 (NKJV) Dear One, The Serenity Prayer has always been one of my mom’s favorite prayers. I… Read More ›
Free Book-Facing Trials: Thoughts for Meditation
I am giving away 3 books on Good Reads. If you have not entered to get a free book, it’s not too late. There are still 18 days left! Please tell your friends! It does not cost a dime to enter!… Read More ›
Life is God's Gift to Us
“Place your plans in God’s hands!” I know of four times in my 52 years when death nearly grabbed hold of me. Thankfully, our days on earth are written in God’s Book of Life, and Satan can’t rob us of… Read More ›
How Does the Fruit of the Spirit Grow?
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23 (NKJV) “GOODNESS and KINDNESS live in the hearts of those who have suffered greatly, as the wounded… Read More ›
Win A Free Copy of Facing Trials: Thoughts for Meditation
Hi Everyone! I am giving away three free copies of my book Facing Trials: Thoughts for Meditation on goodreads. Just go to this link and enter for free. Hope you win! God Bless you, Cheryl https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18511157-facing-trials?from_search=true cherylz1961
How Often Do You Pray?
A short devotion by Cheryl Zelenka “Pray without ceasing” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NKJV) We make the mistake of calling out to God only when we are in despair, instead of talking to Him EVERY DAY. We need His help and… Read More ›
Changing Seasons And An Unchanging God
“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 (NKJV) “For I am the Lord, I do not change; Therefore… Read More ›
Doubts Are Shades Of Gray
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is… Read More ›
God Knows Your Frame
“For He knows our frame; He remembers that we are dust.” Psalm 103:14 (NKJV) “Blows that hurt cleanse away evil, as do stripes the inner depths of the heart.” Proverbs 20:30 (NKJV) When we are in the midst of a trial,… Read More ›
Billy Graham Believes The 2nd Coming of Jesus Is Near
Second Coming: Are You Ready To Face Trials? Dear One, My passion is to encourage and build up folks going through difficult times. However, I also feel a responsibility to remind my readers that we need to live our lives… Read More ›
Is Your Name Written In The Book Of Life?
Dear One, You may be rebelling and walking away from God right now …. but He never gives up on you. Maybe you are deceived, caught up in sin, or have yet to call Him Lord. However, He is faithful… Read More ›
Make More Room for the Holy Spirit
“Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” Romans 5:5 (NKJV) “And when they had prayed, the place where they were assembled… Read More ›