“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
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…
Handling the Ache of Empty Arms
Don’t you love how we can express ourselves in different ways? For some, their chosen avenue is music. For others, it is art….
Healed by God’s Word
“He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave.” Psalm 107:20 NIV Our celebration of Easter each spring…
God Hasn’t Forgotten You
Long term trials have a way of wearing us down—in more ways than one. Whether it’s ongoing illness, unemployment, marital problems, teenage rebellion,…
A Prayer for Finishing Strong
Do you know someone trying to finish a project or reach a goal? Maybe a family member just about to graduate from high…
Sometimes We Need to be Carried
Sometimes we need to be carried. Just ask the little bird who’s hitchin’ a ride on the back of the pronghorn above—a sight we witnessed…
Waiting for the Proper Time
“ . . . you give them their food at the proper time. You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every…
Let’s Cause Others to Rejoice
“May those who fear you rejoice when they see me, for I have put my hope in your word.” Psalm 119:74 NIV Do…
Run to Our Daily God
“Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens.” Psalm 68:19 NIV Some people see God as a…
Take Time to Get Energized
You know the feeling. The lift in your spirit, the yes in your heart, the light in your eyes. You’re doing something you love to do….