Candy Gibbs

Writings

Go Light Your World

July 31, 2014 • Uncategorized

Sometimes we all need a pep talk… Life is sometimes hard, but like Kid President says, it’s not a game.  I was thinking about you today, those of you who read this blog or connect with us on social media. …


Dating in Middle School

July 24, 2014 • Uncategorized

Should my middle schooler be dating?  This is a question I often hear floating around.  What does that even mean?  Middle schoolers can’t drive, so are the parents chaffering them around on an actual date?  More…


The Blessing

July 16, 2014 • Uncategorized

There is something powerful about a “blessing”.  Jacob stole one and then later wrestled with God for a real one.  Abraham prayed that not only Isaac, but Ishmael too, would live under the blessing of the Almighty.  The priests pronounced…


Don’t be anxious…really?

July 15, 2014 • Uncategorized

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the God of peace, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”…


Like a Girl

July 10, 2014 • Uncategorized

What a powerful commercial by always!  I love it.  The message is clear…be who you are, who you were created to be with courage and boldness.  Our society makes fun of women for doing things “like a girl”, giving them…


Dr. Ashby

July 9, 2014 • Uncategorized

Click here and please take a moment to read this article about one of my heroes, Dr. Wendell Ashby and his wife, Tina.  I have known the Ashby’s for more than 2 decades and have such…


Freedom to be Free

July 4, 2014 • Uncategorized

As we celebrate the Fourth of July today, I am overcome with many thoughts.  How many men sacrificed their lives so long ago to gain the freedom for America?  How many men and women (including my…


Honest, Hard Work

July 1, 2014 • Uncategorized

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10 Summertime is a crazy time.  I know in our home we anticipate…


Children of the Day

June 26, 2014 • Uncategorized

Ephesians tells us that the sword of the Spirit is the Word of God.  I have often thought that when a group of believers come together to study His Word, the sound of the pages flipping…


Called to Greatness

June 24, 2014 • Uncategorized

Recently, I sent a letter of appeal for our ministry, CareNet Pregnancy Centers of Amarillo.  I have the honor of partnering with incredibly generous, kingdom-minded people both near and far.  Please take a minute to read my letter below and…

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