Several years ago, my husband and I spent a quiet afternoon shopping. Our lazy wanderings were interrupted when my cell phone rang. “Lisa,” my mom’s voice struggled to remain calm, “your security company just called. Your fire alarm is going off and the fire department is on their way.” My … Continue reading →
“I love the story that describes Peter when he stepped out of the boat onto the water. As he was walking toward the Lord on the stormy sea (what an incredible experience), he suddenly looked around and was seized with fear. Scripture says ‘Beginning to sink, he cried…‘ Did you … Continue reading →
The Old Idaho State Penitentiary first opened its doors in 1870 and continued to operate until 1973. During the years of operation housed 13,000 convicts, one of which was Harry Orchard. Orchard began his sentence in 1908 after being convicted of the assassination of a former governor of Idaho. Years … Continue reading →
Heavenly Father, the holidays often magnify the sense of loneliness. We bring our prayer before Your loving throne. For those who are alone or have lost loved ones, please magnify Your presence, comfort, and peace. For those whose finances are lacking, please multiply the loaves and fishes to meet each … Continue reading →
I’ve had atheists mad at me, furious, that I would dare talk about hell. How dare you! One called it “tragic” that anyone would tell people hell exists, that there’s nothing loving about talking about hell. But I must! Since I believe in the Bible and the words that Jesus … Continue reading →
The Samaritan woman had many needs, and she found Jesus at the well (John 4:1-45). Jesus was waiting to offer her the living water of His merciful freedom. Jesus is waiting for you. Meet Him at the well. Go to the well with your need, the depth of your sin, … Continue reading →
I’m currently healing from retina surgery. A membrane had formed on the back of my eye, puckering, causing the vision to be distorted, and the optical nerve to be inflamed. Surgery was the only option for healing. The surgery went extremely well. Although I continue to have some distortion, with … Continue reading →
