Have you ever been blessed? Perhaps someone gave you an unexpected gift or sent a message at just the right time. Blessings bring encouragement. Blessings help us know we are noticed and sometimes can even a save a life. Blessings matter! After being inspired by watching a video where a … Continue reading →
In the darkness, into the chaos, hope comes. The dark sky split as angels proclaimed good news of great joy for all the people; for in the city of David, a Savior, Christ the Lord was born. For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, … Continue reading →
Whenever I write fiction, I try to make sure each chapter ends with a hook, something to give the reader an intense desire to keep moving forward in the story. However, sometimes we get stuck in our own stories. During difficult times, we think there isn’t hope and there isn’t … Continue reading →
I sat at the computer looking through the online updates. Some shared highlights of their day, photos of themselves and family members, Bible verses, fun graphics or videos. Unfortunately, also mixed in were news reports, rants and frustrations of the state of our country and our world. I felt my … Continue reading →
Have you ever been in a body of water completely panicked, with arms flailing, thinking you’re drowning, when in reality all you had to do was lower your feet and stand up? I’ve been there, done that. Rather embarrassing, but very comforting when those toes touch sand or terra-firma. Which … Continue reading →
Father’s Day is a time of joy for many. However, for those who have lost fathers, had terrible fathers, or for those who never knew their fathers, Father’s Day is difficult. God knows and cares. God is with those whose fathers were absent, abusive, or dismissive. Whether your father was … Continue reading →
I’ve moved over thirty times, and the trail has been a wild ride filled with ups and downs, good and bad, hardship and fun. Some memories make me smile, others make me shudder, and all make me grateful for a forgiving, restoring God. During the Israelite’s journey to the Promised … Continue reading →
