I, like many, choose a word at the beginning of the year. A word for the year. A word to focus on throughout the year and, ideally, one that God had impressed on us and that He could use through the year to capture our hearts and thoughts. My word for 2019 is surrender. I… Read More Learning to Be Flexible
Recently I heard a sermon regarding the question of whether the conviction of sin was necessary for salvation. It caused me to do extra praying and Bible study afterward (which is a good thing!) And, while I did not agree with everything that was said, there is no doubt that we live in a society… Read More By Grace…and For Glory
Every day – at least once a day and, depending on who I talk to in the evening, sometimes multiple times each day – I am asked, “How was your day?” Typically, I reply, “Good. Thanks!” And while I am not trying to overthink what is, for the most, a simple courtesy – I was… Read More A Good Day
There have been so many references and thoughts – from all different sources – lately regarding the Samaritan woman and her encounter with Jesus at the well. When something comes to my attention, like that, repeatedly in a short amount of time, I take note. I decided to read the story again because, like so… Read More He’s Waiting at the Well
“There just are not enough hours in a day!” I have heard that lament more times than I can count. From women of all ages and in all stages of life. And, no doubt, there are days – seasons even – when the demands on our time seem to be far more than what is… Read More Our Twenty-Four Hours
As I mentioned on Instagram, this past week was the annual missions conference at our church. This week is always a highlight and, as I hoped, my heart has been stirred. Not simply about the tremendous need for worldwide missionaries and how I can better support and love those who are sent, but I was… Read More Three Thoughts from Missions Conference
“Into each life some rain must fall.” I don’t often quote Henry Wadsworth Longfellow but this quote came to mind several times this past weekend as I tried to mentally deal with the rain. All the rain. So.much.rain. I’m trying to have a better attitude – replacing my complaining with thoughts more positive. I’m not… Read More A Much Needed Umbrella
Recently, in my weekly Bible study class, someone asked, “How can I know God’s path? How can I be positive which path He wants me to take?” It is a question that has been filled the hearts and minds of Christians in every generation. Every age and throughout the world. We want to know not… Read More The Wisdom of Wise Friends
Easter week. For a Christian, such a meaningful, powerful and, as well, an exciting week. It might be the highlight of the year. Without a doubt, some of my best memories from the years when my children were little include celebrating Easter. We always traveled to my parents…and, now that they are both in Heaven,… Read More Take Time to Survey the Cross
We are already into the second week of April and I have not taken a “look back” at March. April is always a full month around our house and, it seems, I have just moved full steam ahead…embracing all the spring and looking forward to all the fun events on this month’s calendar. I’m okay… Read More Two Highlights from Last Month