As I followed my sister and brother-in-law into the building, an anxious spirit rested heavily on my chest prompting silent prayer for peace and discernment. It had been 10 months, the longest it had ever been between visits. My sister told the lady behind the glass who we were there to see. My nephew, whom … Continue reading Trials of Consequence
A True Guarantee
What have you done that guarantees your entrance into heaven? Many people feel they deserve heaven. Many are working hard to get their foot in the door. Many are following faulty advice. Many have the eyes of their heart blinded by God’s enemy, the devil. Many think it really doesn’t matter where they end up; … Continue reading A True Guarantee
Paralyzed or Prolific
I’ve had to overcome unhealthy patterns, yet some I still struggle in my flesh to stop from reoccurring. One unhealthy habit was that of holding my breath. I learned from a doctor that my breathing was fitful, holding my breath in stressful situations had become the norm. He “awarded” me with a pamphlet and cassette … Continue reading Paralyzed or Prolific
Speeding down the thoroughfare of a New Year!
How does a new year affect you? Are you one of “those” revving your engine ready to speed down the thoroughfare? Or, maybe you are one of “those” still looking for the keys. However you steer into a New Year, it’s certain that nothing is certain. You can’t always plan for what’s around the corner. … Continue reading Speeding down the thoroughfare of a New Year!
A Fixed Eye!
This post was added to in 2023 after a retina tear occurred in 2021 From back problems caused by a herniated disc to a tear in my retina, and then more help for a thumb issue, again, I passed go and met up with knee trials. Doesn't it seem like we get out of one … Continue reading A Fixed Eye!
Immanuel; It’s no accident: The Lord is with us!
Eight days ago, an accident changed our plans! We planned to spend Christmas in Louisiana with my side of the family. We were due to leave two days after the accident occurred. Many things this year did not transpire as we had planned or even had hoped. Two of our children had surgery, unexpectedly. Our … Continue reading Immanuel; It’s no accident: The Lord is with us!
Join the Genealogy of Life
Who doesn't love a Christmas tree loaded with lights or a frosted peppermint coffee from Chick-fil-A? Celebrations of the season abound! But we can easily become lost in the busyness of our calendar and miss what really matters. So, I make it my aim to experience the peace and joy of the season, not in … Continue reading Join the Genealogy of Life
Seasons Come & Seasons Go
As you know, fall is my favorite time of the year: From the changing colors of leaves falling to the ground, a variety of pumpkins, from Cinderella, to Baking strewn everywhere, and hot drinks and fur-lined boots for that gnat-less, cooler air. And smack dab in the middle of it all, I get to celebrate … Continue reading Seasons Come & Seasons Go
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 “no dairy, no 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 … Continue reading Agonizing Discipline
The Scarlett Road 