When we joined our church body, I looked forward to serving the Lord through one of the many ongoing ministries. My gifted husband, immediately, stepped in as substitute teacher for an Adult Bible Fellowship Class (Sunday School). But I waited, not sure where I could shine my light best. A few months passed, and eventually … Continue reading Real & Lasting JOY
Author: Scarlettroad
Bread & Quackers
Bringing the grandson to feed the ducks at the park is never without hilarity! The storming breeds waddle over to check out what’s on the menu. I slide him down to face the entourage, placing him on the ground in front of me. I cautiously hand him a hamburger bun to distribute. Sadly, as soon … Continue reading Bread & Quackers
A Horn of Plenty
“Hallelujah! Yes, Praise the Lord! How good it is to sing his praises! How delightful, and how right! Sing out your thanks to him” (Psalm 147:1 & 7, TLB). Thanksgiving celebrations are needed! Hearts of gratitude are necessary! Singing isn’t optional! But what if you struggle with giving praise to God and singing out your … Continue reading A Horn of Plenty
A Chariot Waiting for Me!
Layers of pine straw blanket the ground at the back lawn. The squirrels quickly scurry about, getting their nest ready for winter. Leaves dance across from the neighbor’s grove of trees. Where’s the rake? On second thought, the sound of leaves crunching beneath my feet is music to my ears. Moreover, wood needs to be … Continue reading A Chariot Waiting for Me!
Just Grin & Bear it?
I grew up in an era where you went to Church with your masked smile and didn’t share the struggles you were experiencing. You were always fine, presenting a picture-perfect facade. As a pastor’s wife, I struggled to leave the masquerade behind. Carole Mayhall’s book, Come Walk with Me, was inspiring. I wanted to make … Continue reading Just Grin & Bear it?
“ALONE”
Autumn repays the earth the leaves which summer lent it. ~Georg Christoph Lichtenberg (1742–1799), translated by Norman Alliston, 1908 The final day of a 2017 October is here. What better way to close the month than with the celebration of the 500th year of the Reformation! But what is the reformation and who in the … Continue reading “ALONE”
Come, walk with me!
October is winding down. It truly is hard to believe. My favorite month of the year is gone too soon! So . . . Come, walk with me along the way Where lanes are autumn-dressed. Come, drink in all the colors fair, And let your heart be blessed. Come, see the flaming sumac plumes Lift … Continue reading Come, walk with me!
Our Sorrow isn’t without Hope!
Fall, leaves, fall; die, flowers, away; Lengthen night and shorten day! Every leaf speaks bliss to me, Fluttering from the autumn tree... ~Emily Brontë Did you read “I Was Made For October? In that post I shared how October is my favorite month of the year and why. I communicated that the month of October … Continue reading Our Sorrow isn’t without Hope!
October “Thanks-Living”
"October is crisp days and cool nights, a time to curl up around the dancing flames and sink into a good book." — John Sinor What type of book draws you in: A mystery, a romance novel, maybe a western, or an exciting biography? I like a variety, but I mostly land in books of … Continue reading October “Thanks-Living”
Our Hope!
"There is no season when such pleasant and sunny spots may be lighted on, and produce so pleasant an effect on the feelings, as now in October." — Nathaniel Hawthorne The Psalms continue to bring light into hidden crooks of my life and wrap me in the love of my Heavenly Father. I hope you enjoy the following … Continue reading Our Hope!
The Scarlett Road 