The world offers temporary happiness, while God offers everlasting joy. Unknown Thanksgiving is on the horizon here in the states. I’ve seen news stories of people telling others to not interact with family members who voted for a certain person or the other person after our very interesting election. “You don’t have to subject yourself to their crazy.” I heard that concerning both sides of the political aisle. This concept has made it so far into the political conversation that... Read more
“Although the threads of my life have often seemed knotted. I know, by faith, that on the other side of the embroidery there is a crown.” Corrie Ten Boom One of the interesting and lonely tasks of an empty nest is sorting through shelves and closets that have long sat neglected. Life was once full of kids and activities, today it is full of memories and full closets. Some of the finds in these nooks and crannies have been absolute... Read more
“God doesn’t call the qualified. He qualifies the called.” Mark Batterson In the past couple of weeks, America has been in an interesting place. Some are in absolute shock and wringing their hands. Others are in a celebratory mood and thanking God for answered prayer. I have witnessed both ends of the spectrum in my friend group recently. Yesterday at church, I witnessed some parishioners crying over the results. My heart did feel for them in their grief to... Read more
“The ‘do what makes you happy’ culture is so toxic for Christians. We are not called to do what makes us happy. We are called to do what glorifies God. Christianity isn’t always sunshine and happiness. It’s hard work and dedication to Him, not us. Do what glorifies God.” Unknown The election shed light on many emotional reactions If you haven’t noticed, there was a pretty big election last week. I am kidding of course, how could you miss it?... Read more
“God specializes in using ordinary people to do extraordinary things.” Chip Ingram Tuesday is a pretty big day in America. I hope, no, I pray that we know the next president quickly with a peaceful transfer. Tomorrow many believers will be fasting and praying for the country. It seems as if crazy has ruled for many years now. Tempers are short, food costs are high, the world is on fire, and we need some blessed relief from the chaos.... Read more
“I’ve experienced His Presence in the deepest darkest hell that men can create..I have tested the promises of the Bible, and believe me, you count on them.” Corrie Ten Boom Imagine this, a little blond haired angel of a little girl sitting in church, she’s a bit confused because the pastor is screaming a lot. To top it off, he has a really red face. He looked mad more than joyful. It was quite a quandary for this little... Read more
“Music was my refuge. I could crawl into the space between the notes and curl my back to loneliness.” Maya Angelou The study of music has shaped my entire life Since the ripe young age of about 8, I have had music lessons. I started on the piano, and kept it up through my college years and I still play as an adult. I also took flute lessons and voice lessons. My father was a musician, it was important to... Read more
First Landing at Cape Henry, Virginia April 29, 1607 Declaration by Robert Hunt We do hereby dedicate this Land, and ourselves, to reach the People within these shores with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and to raise up Godly generations after us, and with these generations take the Kingdom of God to all the earth. May this Covenant of Dedication remain to all generations, as long as this earth remains and may this land, along with England, be evangelists to... Read more
“Little by little, a little becomes a lot.” Tanzanian Proverb Unless you just completely avoid the news, there have been some pretty big names resigning in the past few months from varying positions. I did a little search online and just in the state of Texas, 8 pastors have resigned for several different sins that they committed. Also, a big rapper was arrested for various and sundry things. There is almost complete silence in the town of glittering lights and... Read more
“Mercy is never cowardly. Mercy is strength. It takes courage to be merciful in a world like this.” Sophia Slade Yesterday my husband and I read a devotional concerning loving mercy. I found the topic so interesting that I decided that I would write about this concept. What is mercy? Mercy is compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one’s power to punish or harm. Let’s face it, mercy is in short supply in our culture... Read more
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