A Heart of Gold?

We like to think well of people for the most part; And sometimes we are arguing to that point. Have you ever made the statement, “Oh, well she/he has a good heart!”? Certainly, we would reason for the goodness of our own heart, having a virtue and integrity that surpasses many. And yet, Scripture is … Continue reading A Heart of Gold?

The Heart of Winter

This is the heart of winter when we look forward to a break from the pestilence of this earth. Yet, in the middle of January a fly drones throughout my house! Winter may limit pestilence greatly, but it will never fully eradicate their existence until the return of the garden of Eden-like conditions. For now, … Continue reading The Heart of Winter

CHRISTMAS: What has God asked you to surrender?

This class is way over my head; why should I bother trying to keep up? Why was I given such a difficult assignment? My marriage is not what I bargained for nor is raising children, it’s just too hard! If I have to pack one more box and be uprooted again... Have you ever grumbled … Continue reading CHRISTMAS: What has God asked you to surrender?

Snow, Fire & Hail

Visiting our son and his family has brought a growing amount of trepidation. While we love spending time with our oldest and his lovely wife as well as our beautiful granddaughters, for the last 3 trips to Colorado, the adventure has been over the top. Three trips ago, an evacuation for their subdivision was encouraged … Continue reading Snow, Fire & Hail

Jehovah Jireh: the Lord our Provider, Part 1

God tested Abraham “After these things God tested Abraham…” Genesis 22:1, ESV God tests us “Every person’s way is right in his own eyes, But the LORD examines the hearts.” Proverbs 21:2, NASB “but just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, so we speak, not to please man, but to please God who tests … Continue reading Jehovah Jireh: the Lord our Provider, Part 1

Jehovah Rohi: The LORD is my Shepherd

I cannot fully express how dispiriting it feels to come down off the mountain. But likely you know, just as Elijah knew (1 Kings 18:36-19:4)! This morning, after spending time in my study of God’s powerful names, I went upstairs and began dusting a dresser. I was struggling with many things, especially burdened after a … Continue reading Jehovah Rohi: The LORD is my Shepherd

Jehovah Tsada: The LORD of Hosts

This morning, I felt like one of the many standing in the valley of Elah gripped with fear. Yet I was determined to gain a fresh perspective, so I chose to draw nourishment from the Vine (the Lord Jesus Christ), and He indeed graciously renewed my mind with a much better outlook. The truth is … Continue reading Jehovah Tsada: The LORD of Hosts

This Day of Celebration!

Today has been a celebration of all that the Lord Jesus, Our Sacrificial Lamb, accomplished on our behalf! It was also a celebration for me “Ending my 47 days of ‘no dairy, no sugar’ Fast.” This day of celebration began with scrambled eggs, a cinnamon chip scone and coffee! A special treat: The hubby and … Continue reading This Day of Celebration!

Life Beyond the Grave (Day 47)

This is supposed to be my last day of “no dairy, no sugar” fast for the month of March which I extended until Easter: Resurrection Sunday, April 17, 2022. I am a bit disappointed for it to come to an end because I do not want to fall back into old habits in thinking or … Continue reading Life Beyond the Grave (Day 47)

Good Friday (Day 46)

I asked Siri to explain what Good Friday means: the Friday before Easter Sunday, on which the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ is commemorated in the Christian Church. And as it has been asked before what good is there in a day of crucifixion? This horrific day, which was like no other day that has ever … Continue reading Good Friday (Day 46)