“Let me get you something to eat, so you can be refreshed and then go on your way—now that you have come to your servant.”
Genesis 18:5 NIV
Bringing Sunshine to Others
“But may all who love [God] be like the sun when it rises in its strength.” Judges 5:31 NIV Sunshine is good medicine,…
Pressing On—Rain or Shine
I admit it. I’d rather be out running around on a sunshiny day than dodging puddles and trying to keep my glasses spot-free…
Refreshing Signs of Life
Spring has officially sprung. Signs of life are everywhere—and oh, how refreshing that is! When looking for signs of life, naturally we notice the…
Not Immune to the Enemy’s Schemes
*I wrote this post over a decade ago and am so grateful I’m not struggling in this particular area as much as I…
Allowing Need to Birth Bravery
I remember one late February several years ago when I noticed our neighborhood cardinals needed an ice storm to bring out their bravery….
Learning and Growing: Developing An Eye
One winter morning over a decade ago, I discovered something exciting. I was doing it! I was developing an eye for taking better…
The Thaw God Brings
“He spreads the snow like wool and scatters the frost like ashes. He hurls down his hail like pebbles. Who can withstand his…
Beauty and True Colors: Blue Jays and More
Blue jays are beautiful birds at first glance. Their gorgeous colors and distinctive markings catch my eye every time. But if I watch them…
2025 Theme Word: Trust
What does starting a new year mean for you? For me, it means it’s time to focus on a new theme word. I’ve…
Gift Yourself with Silence This Christmas
Do you have your own name written down on your Christmas list? If not, put it at the top right now. I’ll even…
Take Time for Wonder
Years ago I invited extra beauty into my life by putting a birdbath and birdfeeder in our backyard. Since my office window provides…
Unexpected Opportunities: Seize the Moment
Unexpected opportunities can sure mess with our schedules. A moment packed with potential presents itself, and we’re met with the dilemma of either staying…
A Special Touch: The Kiss of God
Special touches from God—those moments that fill and warm the heart. Those moments when we feel his presence so vividly. Our spirits long for…
The Power of An Encouraging Word
We all go through them. Periods of discouragement. A day, a week , a month when we feel like we’re not making any headway….
When Jesus Touches Our Lives We Are Changed
Think back today to the years when Jesus walked the earth. When he interacted face to face with those around him, when his hands…
God Can Make Our Accidents and Mistakes Shine
Sometimes I capture my best photos by accident. I didn’t even realize I caught the cardinal above in flight until I checked the…
Let’s Be Wildflowers
Wildflowers make the world a better place, don’t they? They make a difference on this earth of ours. This earth God has created…
Balance Acrostic: 2024 Theme Word Refresher
**I will be taking a blogging break until mid-August. See you back here then! A few years ago I wrote an acrostic as…