Don’t Forget that Annoying, Self-reliant Child
March 3, 2020
You have an enemy who is willing to wait and take a lifetime to destroy your children. … More Don’t Forget that Annoying, Self-reliant Child
Author: Wanda MacAvoy
Who am I? So many labels can be applied to any of our lives. I'm a born-again follower of Jesus Christ, a pastor's wife, an author, mother, grandmother, musician, and blogger, and podcaster. "Beyond Common Sense" is a place where I share "Lessons Learned While Walking with Jesus." I have found that not only is God everywhere, but He teaches us through our experiences and common, ordinary examples from His world. From the inchworm to the tragedy of my husband's fall, all of these hold timeless truths handed to us by our heavenly Father to draw us closer to Him. How wonderful! What a privilege to share some of those lessons... with you!
Martha’s Real Problem
February 27, 2020
We ought to be Martha and Mary in one
The Whole Truth
February 22, 2020
How often do we see only what we want to see? … More The Whole Truth
Yes, Virginia, there really is a St. Valentine!
February 14, 2020
Bottom line–aren’t you glad SOMEONE came up with a day in the middle of the winter doldrums to show your love to those around you? … More Yes, Virginia, there really is a St. Valentine!
Parenting 101: Spanking (part 2)
February 13, 2020
A TENDER PARENT CAN SCARCELY FIND IN HIS HEART TO DO THIS; IT GOES MUCH AGAINST THE GRAIN. But he finds it is necessary; it is his duty. … More Parenting 101: Spanking (part 2)
Promised Success
February 5, 2020
Pinpoint what is holding you back from success and nail it to the cross. Jesus died for all our failures. He lives in us to accomplish all our successes. … More Promised Success
2020 Hindsight
January 30, 2020
2020 hindsight is actually useless because we can’t know the future… or can we? … More 2020 Hindsight
New Year’s Resolution
January 23, 2020
How is yours going? I’m not a great believer in New Year’s Resolutions; however, I do love a new start to a new year. Whether it’s the beginning of a calendar year or a new school year or the first day of our children’s Bible club (Master Club), I love a new beginning! This year … More New Year’s Resolution
Parenting 101: Spanking (Part 1)
January 7, 2020
“I wouldn’t want to be raising my kids in this world!” Doesn’t every parent say that? I remember saying it and I remember my mom saying it to me! As the world seems to get crazier and crazier, what a wonderful, blessed assurance that our Lord Jesus NEVER changes! Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and … More Parenting 101: Spanking (Part 1)
A Closer Look
December 28, 2019
Happy New Year! It’s just around the corner and I hope you are taking some time to think about your devotions for 2020. Do you have a plan or are you going to shoot from the hip?! I realize that, if you are like me, shooting from the hip is a way of life in … More A Closer Look
