Focus: Theme Word for 2012
For the past two or three weeks I’ve been hearing talk in various places about choosing…
Trading Weakness for Strength
Who knew shopping for a sofa and matching chairs would turn out to be the most…
A Group Challenge — Not in It Alone
Remember when I confessed to being a choir junkie? Well, after forty years of singing in…
Looking At the Pros
Have you noticed how almost every situation or circumstance in life contains both pros and cons?…
Making Our Lives Count
This past week as the tenth anniversary of 9/11 drew near, we’ve heard, seen, and read…
Whatever Happens, Walk Worthy
“Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.” Philippians 1:27a A…
Giveaway Winner Plus A Question for You
That’s right. Today’s the day to announce the winner of the “Back At It” Giveaway 2…
Marching Orders
March on, my soul; be strong!” Judges 5:21b I saw this verse this past week in…
Time to Call in the Experts…
I have a little secret for you. If you want to keep a plant alive, you…
New Year, New Tricks
You know the old saying about old dogs and new tricks, right? Well, the new year…
Getting Lost
“[Paul] was…praying one day in the Temple, lost in the presence of God…” Acts 22:17, The…
Go Big
Are you a risk-taker? I tend to choose a safe bet over a gamble, but every…
Self-Editing
The life of a writer includes many things. Things like hours and hours of solitary work,…
What Season Did You Say This Is??
What season comes to mind when you think of August? Most of us would list things…