Emails to God
Each weekday I transpose and share the whispers and messages God places on my heart in the form of “Emails to God”.
An Evening of Music and Worship
Dear Lord; Happy Friday Father! Last night Lord, we had an absolutely fabulous evening. As you know, my family and I were Blessed to have the opportunity to attend a “Listener Appreciation Concert” held at Calvary Assembly of God in Dover, sponsored by the local Christian Radio Station, 88.7 The Bridge. The production featured Christian Artist and Songwriter John Waller, who led a wonderfully inspiring music and worship concert for those in attendance. Among the songs that Mr. Waller played, one of the last on the program was his hit...
read moreThankful Thursday: Armoring Up
Dear Lord; Happy Thankful Thursday Father! Well Father, it’s certainly been a see-saw of a week for me so far. I knew before it began that this five day period was to be filled with new challenges, anxiety-ridden trials and stressful situations, and it’s absolutely lived up to my expectations. Fears of the unknown held positions all around me, while whispered messages of doubt taunted me from deep within. Thankfully, I clothed myself appropriately for these battles I’ve faced… I armored up. “Therefore take up the whole armor of...
read moreThe Waters Begin to Flow
Dear Lord; Happy Wednesday Father! To begin with Lord, I want to thank You for this morning’s time together. As I explained in yesterday’s post, I’ve been feeling convicted as of late that I wasn’t spending adequate “still” time in Your presence. Following Jesus’ example in Mark 1:35, I got up a good bit earlier than usual this morning, and spent that time quietly absorbed in Your Word. It was a wonderfully refreshing way to launch the day, and will be my “new normal” going forward. Last night Father, we were Blessed to...
read moreJust You, and I, Together
Dear Lord; Happy Tuesday Father! This morning Father, I come to you unsettled. As I sat here this morning, quietly contemplating what to chat with you about today, I received a conviction on my heart that I hadn’t expected. “You’ve really glossed over Me today…” Instant ouch! Thinking back over my morning though, I realized the comment was well-earned. Many mornings I pray silently in the shower, preparing myself for the day ahead… I didn’t today… My head was focused on the tasks ahead of me. Before heading off to the office...
read moreMeditations Monday: Overwhelming Presence
Dear Lord; Happy Meditations Monday Father! To begin our week’s conversations Father, I want to start by thanking You for yet another wonderful weekend spent in the company of my family and some dear friends. We were Blessed to have a couple of our “extended family” (our kids call them Uncle Robert and Aunt Katie, although there’s no blood relationship) visiting with us for the weekend, and we enjoyed their our time with them immensely. We also managed to host a “Mexican Feast” themed dinner party Saturday evening, and cooked...
read moreThankful Thursday: Ups-And-Downs
Dear Lord; Happy Thankful Thursday Father! Well Lord, this past week has certainly been filled with ups-and-downs here. One thing’s for sure though, life is never dull in the Malmstrom household! Thankfully however, through all of the “tossing about” our lives have experienced as of late, Your Blessings have continued to be the lighthouse in our daily storms. Continuing from last week’s Thankful Thursday list Father, this week I’ve been particularly grateful for: 301. A wonderful day spent with friends at the Chesapeake Celtic...
read moreDeath Has No Sting
Dear Lord; Happy Wednesday Father! Last night Father, as I was preparing to shut down and head to bed for the night, a message appeared on my Facebook wall that made me pause, and then to pray. On August 15, I wrote to you regarding an inspiring story of faith I’d heard on 88.7 The Bridge on my way to work that morning. It described the Baptism of Kim Miller; a young lady dealing with terminal cancer, who instead of dwelling on the terrifying and painful nature of her situation, chose to give thanks and praise for Your Blessings in her...
read moreLike a Puzzle Piece
Dear Lord; Happy Tuesday Father! Over the last year or so Father, I’ve come across a seemingly increasing number of people who are going through some form of hardship or another. Be it a job lost, financial upset, serious illness, or relationship crisis, personal stress very much appears to be on the rise. Recently, I was speaking with a young lady going through such a trial, and she popped out a statement that I’ve heard many, many times… “Well, I know God won’t give me more than I can handle.” Now Lord, to be fair, for many...
read moreMeditations Monday: Lessons on a Cold Morning
Dear Lord; Happy Meditations Monday Father! This past weekend Lord, was absolutely wonderful. Friday night we enjoyed a tasty dinner with friends at our home, and got some much-appreciated assistance moving furniture around for the upcoming Small Group Study we’re hosting which begins next week. Saturday we joined some friends at the Chesapeake Celtic Festival in Snow Hill, Maryland. While it was a little on the chilly side (which I was just fine with), we had a fantastic time watching the demonstrations, perusing the crafters’...
read moreThankful Thursday: Another 300
Dear Lord; Happy Thankful Thursday Father! Well Lord, once again we come to the Thankful Thursday edition of PhatherPhil.org. My life has virtually overflowed with Your Blessings this past week, so compiling my list of gifts that I’m grateful for was a relatively easy process. Continuing from the previous week’s list, today I’d like to give special thanks and praise to You for: 286. Having a wife with whom I’m comfortable sharing and discussing absolutely anything. 287. Having the Holy Spirit in my life to guide me in Your will. 288....
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Hi, I’m Phil Malmstrom, a.k.a. Phather Phil. I’m self-employed, father of two wonderful young men, an ordained minister who delights in spreading Jesus’ Message of Hope and Love, a science-fiction junkie, an aspiring photographer and above all that one of God’s Children who rejoices in His Blessings each day. 
