In my little hometown of Reeves, growing up with basketball as the favored sport was inevitable. And getting to play basketball was an honor. Anyone who has played a sport knows the conditioning it takes to get into shape to play in the game. Without a doubt, some of the greatest words you could ever … Continue reading Last Lap!
No Dairy, No Sugar Fast
Day Ten, (Special Friends)
This post was originally written in September of 2017 during my first "dairy, sugar" fast! Reblogged: August 31, 2021: my dear friend's birthday! It has been quite some time since I have seen her in person. But I sure hope to talk to her on the phone today and wish her a happy birthday! Happy … Continue reading Day Ten, (Special Friends)
Creating a Thirst
God’s creation has great purpose in tutoring amazing truth! Take for instance the animal world: there are two times a deer develops an insatiable thirst for water—when fleeing from danger and when withstanding an opponent in combat. Likewise, a Christian learns a deep-seated want for God’s Word fleeing from youthful lust and skillfully resisting the … Continue reading Creating a Thirst
One Slice!
During the last two months of 2020 and the first two months of 2021, I was away more than I was home. Saying goodbye to my sister-in-law was an experience I did not handle well. Having peace through the sorrow of her death (since I knew she was with Jesus in heaven) was one thing … Continue reading One Slice!
Taste-tester
Each year I find my enthusiasm and excitement over Easter grows! Not only with the warmer weather and the beautiful new life springing up all around me but even more how much nearer my future resurrected new life comes into view. My heart has an ebullient and happy sensation as I recall what Easter is … Continue reading Taste-tester
Prayerfully Sweet
The sign flashing “HOT” meant only one thing, a delightful treat just waiting for me to indulge! My love affair with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts was serious. There was a time I would devour half a dozen without any thought to self-control or the health problem that might arise from such reckless self-gratification. Now, working on … Continue reading Prayerfully Sweet
It’s A New Dawn; It’s A New Day!
“But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the surpassing greatness of the power may be of God and not from ourselves."2 Corinthians 4:7, NASB If I just try to muster up the strength I will fail every time, but thankfully, the power of God comes flooding in as I open my Bible and … Continue reading It’s A New Dawn; It’s A New Day!
Whom do we bring?
Gary Thomas wrote Holy Available to explain Christianity is a present power, and not a mere historical reality, because we offer the parts of our bodies—our eyes, mouths, ears, minds, hands and feet, and hearts as tools for God’s service. His point is, you can make a tremendous difference in this world for Christ. Our … Continue reading Whom do we bring?
Agonizing Discipline
As I focus on a “dairy/sugar” fast for the month of September, I’m striving to be d.i.s.c.i.p.l.i.n.e.d. It seems when we become adults, we downplay it in ourselves but expect it of our children. However, if we modeled a disciplined life in front of our kids, I dare say they would fall in-line much quicker. … Continue reading Agonizing Discipline
A Black Cake Coming Right Up!
My son visited our home a little over 2 years ago. So, you can imagine my delight when he announced he would be in the area again and could quite possibly come for supper! My mind started running through the old recipes; a perfect opportunity to bake and enjoy some fun foods and fabulous desserts! … Continue reading A Black Cake Coming Right Up!
The Scarlett Road 