Over the years the Lord has been there for me while traveling through many dark valleys…I have learned much during those times. But the Lord did not want me to keep these precious bits of truth, wisdom, and encouragement to myself. So I give them to you… that you may clearly see the wonderful path the Lord has for you. We all have gifts, talents and passions which God has placed within us…I pray you will use yours to encourage others! Each day a new Devotional will be posted. My hope is that they will inspire and encourage you as you walk with the Lord.
Each daily devotional is intended to be short and to the point. I want the Lord to speak to you, not me just rattling on. This devotional Blog was started in Sept. 2012 and will continue in this format until the Lord instructs me otherwise. On October 2, 2015 the 1000th Devotional was posted. In April 2017 it hit 1500. In March of 2022 there were over 3,200 Devotionals and in September of 2023 almost 3800 going into over 150 countries around the world.
A little about myself, I am a wife, mother, grandmother, and now retired Nurse. Raised on a farm in Central Illinois. I have lived most of my adult life in the Pacific North-West of the USA, amid the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains. In July 2016 I retired from Nursing after 36 years and we moved back to Central Illinois to be closer to all my family and assist my elderly parents. Over the years I have had the opportunity to speak at Church Conferences, Women’s Teas, and preach on a regular basis. In October of 2015 I received my Local Pastors License.
Where does the name, Safetypinlove come from? Years ago the Lord supplied a tiny safety pin on the morning of my husband’s open heart surgery. The surgeons were not optimistic, but it was his only chance to live, so there I was trying to get dressed before surgery. I wanted to look nice, as it possibly could be the last time my husband would see me this side of heaven – so I put on his favorite dress of mine…but off popped a button! For about 20 minutes I searched for something…anything to use. Finally in sheer frustration, exhaustion and fear I stood in the middle of the room and cried. I prayed, “Lord, I don’t know if I can do this. I’m scared, but I need to be strong for him. Please help me.” I stood there crying, too exhausted to even take the dress off…when suddenly a peace seemed to pour over me and with tear-blurred eyes I spied a tiny safety pin on the maker’s tab of my suitcase…at that moment I knew that God would hold me together regardless of the outcome. I pinned my dress together and hurried to the hospital. The surgery was a miraculous success, despite the surgeons realizing it was much worse. And that miracle still continues in that safety pin – a constant reminder of a loving God who holds us together in times of crisis.
If you would like to contact me, please use the ” Contact Me” form. I would be honored to pray for you, speak into your life, or agree in prayer with you. You can also find me on Facebook where I post all the Devotionals daily. You can join my Facebook Page, it’s Public…under Pam Tangbakken
If you would be interested in having me speak at a Church function, please use the ” Contact Me” form so I can communicate with you about the possibility.
Safetypinlove 
Thanks for the marvelous posting! I truly enjoyed reading it, you can be a great author.I will ensure that I bookmark your blog and will often come back down the road. I want to encourage that you continue your great work, have a nice afternoon!
LikeLike
Everyone can learn something for this blog.
LikeLike
I dugg some of you post as I cogitated they were very beneficial extremely helpful
LikeLike
This blog is incredibly well-written.
LikeLike
Due to this blog I deepened my knowledge.
LikeLike
Due to this blog I deepened my knowledge.
LikeLike
Hey dude. what type of wordpress theme are you currently working with? i want it to work with on my blog too ,
LikeLike
I’m shocked how good this blog is!
LikeLike
You are a very intelligent individual!
LikeLike
This was extremely tough to stumbleupon there was a whole lot of crummy entries on this I’m glad I finally stumbledupon a entry worthy of becoming under this search. Good stuff bookmarked because I have a feeling another post on your site will answer other queries I have quicker then looking bing.
LikeLike
Really good post. I not too long ago discovered your blog as well as wished to point out that I’ve definitely cherished looking the blog web site articles. All things regarded I’ll be subscribing to the feed and I we do hope you develop when once again speedily!
LikeLike
I love your writing style. It would be great if you could take a look at my article and tell me what you think…
LikeLike
Hi! Everyone who reads this blog Happy Reconciliation and Accord..!
LikeLike
This is exactly my brand new i go here. I noticed lots of entertaining stuff in your own blog, especially its discussion. Belonging to the a lot of comments upon your articles, Reckon I am not alone having each of the enjoyment here! Continue the favorable work.
LikeLike
It is sheer pleasure to read this.
LikeLike
Excellent post. I learned a lot reading it. Thanks.
LikeLike
What’s Happening i’m new to this, I stumbled upon this I have found It absolutely helpful and it has aided me out loads. I’m hoping to give a contribution & assist different customers like its aided me. Good job.
LikeLike
Good website! I truly love how it is simple on my eyes and the data are well written. I am wondering how I could be notified when a new post has been made. I’ve subscribed to your RSS feed which must do the trick! Have a great day!
LikeLike
I desire to visit your blog further usually except at this time it seems like consciousness taking interminably in the future positive. The year progresses to from work, and our connection theres quite sunny. You reflect the prepare might really be real in your finish?
LikeLike
Good website! I really love how it is simple on my eyes and the data are well written. I’m wondering how I might be notified whenever a new post has been made. I have subscribed to your RSS feed which must do the trick! Have a nice day!
LikeLike
This can be a good blog and i would like to stop by this each and every day from the week .
LikeLike
Congratulations on possessing one of by far the most sophisticated blogs Ive encounter in some time! Its just outstanding just how much you’ll be able to take away from anything only simply because of how visually stunning it is actually. Youve place collectively a terrific blog space -great graphics, videos, layout. This is certainly a must-see blog!
LikeLike
I’m still learning from you, but I’m trying to achieve my goals. I certainly enjoy reading all that is written on your site.Keep the aarticles coming. I enjoyed it!
LikeLike
It is almost not possible to locate knowledgeable people throughout this subject, but you sound like you understand what you happen to be discussing! Thanks
LikeLike
I like this webpage quite much, Its a genuinely nice place to read and incur information .
LikeLike
Magnificent! Keep leading this blog.
LikeLike
Following examine just a number of of the blog posts on your web page now, and I truly like your tactic of blogging. I bookmarked it to my bookmark web web page record and can likely be checking back soon. Pls attempt my net internet site as effectively and let me know what you think.
LikeLike
An fascinating discussion could possibly be worth comment. I do think that you can create substantially much more about this topic, it is going to not unquestionably be a taboo subject but normally folks are usually not sufficient to speak on such subjects. To a larger. Cheers
LikeLike
Hello near, I establish your blog through Google although looking representing a interconnected issue, your web position came positive, it looks sunny. I have bookmarked it in my google bookmarks.
LikeLike
I simply wanted to write a brief message so as to appreciate you for the unique items you are placing here. My particularly long internet look up has now been recognized with brilliant facts and strategies to go over with my great friends. I d assume that most of us site visitors are rather blessed to exist in a great place with very many outstanding people with helpful pointers. I feel pretty blessed to have come across your entire weblog and look forward to many more amazing minutes reading here. Thank you once again for all the details.
LikeLike
I must admit, the webmaster is a cool guy..!
LikeLike
Spot on with this write-up, I seriously believe that this web site needs a great deal more attention. I’ll probably be back again to read through more, thanks for the information! Decatur IL Antiques
LikeLike
I’m really impressed with your writing skills and also with the layout on your weblog. Is this a paid theme or did you customize it yourself? Either way keep up the nice quality writing, it is rare to see a nice blog like this one these days..
LikeLike
Hardly can believe in my fortune. This blog is awesome.
LikeLike
Thanks for sharing superb informations. Your site is so cool. I’m impressed by the details that you have on this site. It reveals how nicely you understand this subject. Bookmarked this website page, will come back for more articles. You, my friend, ROCK! I found just the information I already searched everywhere and just could not come across. What an ideal web-site.
LikeLike
This is an incredibly well-written blog.
LikeLike
Not bad post, but a lot of extra !!…
LikeLike
My wife and i have been really satisfied John managed to finish off his research while using the precious recommendations he gained using your site. It is now and again perplexing to simply always be giving out instructions that many some people may have been selling. And now we keep in mind we’ve got the writer to be grateful to because of that. The entire illustrations you have made, the straightforward site navigation, the relationships you can make it easier to engender it’s mostly fantastic, and it’s really making our son and us reckon that this subject is enjoyable, and that’s extremely indispensable. Many thanks for the whole lot!
LikeLike
nice a single for taking the time to discuss this, I really feel strongly about it and love learning extra on this subject. If attainable, as you gain expertise, could you thoughts updating your site with extra info? as it really is very beneficial for me.
LikeLike
I really appreciate this post. I have been looking all over for this! Thank goodness I found it on Bing. You’ve made my day! Thanks again!
LikeLike
Incredibly well-written blog.
LikeLike
Wow, you look to be pretty knowledgable about this sort of subjects..~’`:
LikeLike
Thank you for sharing with us, I consider this web site genuinely stands out : D.
LikeLike
You made some good points there. I looked on the internet for the subject matter and found most individuals will consent with your blog.
LikeLike
Wow, wonderful blog layout! How long have you ever been running a blog for? you make running a blog look easy. The whole look of your website is magnificent, as well as the content!
LikeLike
Left on my site a link to this post. I think many people will be interested in it..!
LikeLike
Due to this blog I was able to broaden my horizons.
LikeLike
I have learnt a lot due to this blog.
LikeLike
I like this blog because of all information I can find here.
LikeLike
Appreciate it for all your efforts that you have put in this. Very interesting info. “What the superior man seeks is in himself what the small man seeks is in others.” by Confucius.
LikeLike