I adore hiking in the mountains. Over the years, I’ve been blessed to walk trails around the country. The clean outdoor air clears my lungs and my mind, and I feel closer to the Lord in the stillness of God’s nature. The times I’ve had those opportunities are joy-filled… Best. … Continue reading →
Have you ever watched a small child? The smallest object can be a source of squealing delight. A flower, a ladybug, and even a weed can capture their attention to examine, prod, and touch. I wonder, have we lost that same wonder? Have we stopped looking, searching, and noticing? God … Continue reading →
Our son loved the imaginary mechanical/robotic suits worn by some of his cartoon heroes. He thought it would be so cool to step into something strong and powerful to defeat an enemy. Scientists have now developed robotic hands, arms, legs and now full mechanical frames to help those who have … Continue reading →
“Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So when He heard that he was sick, He then stayed two days longer in the place where He was.”* Jesus could have healed Lazarus, yet when Jesus arrived four days late, Lazarus was dead. Sometimes God’s love doesn’t behave in … Continue reading →
“Your ears will hear a word behind you, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ whenever you turn to the right or to the left.” ~ Isaiah 30:21 (NASB) I love that verse! I’ve loved the verse for years, quoted it, meditated on it, and was so grateful for it. … Continue reading →
We are blessed to live in an age with an amazing array of books, Bible studies, online studies and devotionals to assist us in our faith-walk. I am so grateful God has placed teachers in the body of Christ. Pastors, Bible teachers, scholars, and writers can give clarity and truth … Continue reading →
I realized something this morning, something I need to remember. We don’t need to feel guilty for not doing what we are not called to do. If God has called us to do something, then we need to do it. (If we run from His calling watch out for whales … Continue reading →
