“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
Warning Signs
Not long ago my hair dryer made me nervous each time I used it. I stood in front of my bathroom mirror, hair…
Surrounded
“As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the LORD surrounds his people both now and forevermore.” Psalm 125:2I love this verse. After rediscovering it…
Spring Break Celebration!
Woohoo!! Spring break is finally here! Since spring break has become synonymous with spending time with our kids the past few years,…
Let: Will We Allow Fear and Worry?
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you . . . Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not…
Mementos of Love
A smattering of cards from some of the special people in my life decorate my desk, but they’re not just decoration. They are…
Prepared for Storms
If any of you experienced a mild winter like we did this season, you have me to thank for it. That’s right. I…
An Opportune Time
“When the devil had finished all this tempting, he left him until an opportune time.” Luke 4:13 Jesus Christ, the Son of God…
Behind the Scenes
“. . . your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus…
Shot of Joy
Could anyone use a shot of joy? A fresh infusion of lighthearted spirits and smiles? If so, get in line behind me! :)…
Hungry For More
Maybe just another bite. That’s what I often think as I’m standing at my kitchen counter eating ice cream straight out of the…
Worthy of Pursuit
“. . . pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.” 1 Timothy 6:11b When you hear the word “pursue” what comes to…
9 Things I Love About You
Before this week of all things “love” gets away from us (and by the way, hope you had a happy Valentine’s Day!), I’d…
A Winner Plus Remembering Young Love
We’re headed into Valentine’s week, and it’s time to announce the winner of the Cool Cash for a Hot Date Giveaway. The lucky…
Ring On!
“The Lord’s message rang out from you . . .” 1 Thessalonians 1:8 NIV If you’ve read my blog for any length of…
Secret Pain
We’ve all done it. Innumerable times, in fact. We’ve masked our pain with a smile, forced a lilt to our voices, or answered…
Holding Still
It was a God-given moment. I had decided to brave the cold and take care of an outdoor chore so Don wouldn’t have…
Cool Cash for a Hot Date Giveaway!
Anyone thinking about Valentine’s Day yet? With February almost upon us, allow me to start the Valentine’s Day fun with a little giveaway…
Life on a Higher Plane
Living in small-town Mid-America, we don’t usually have to worry about air traffic control. Shoot, we don’t have to worry about ground traffic…