Part 2 Find a Mentor Jesus said, “Can a blind man guide a blind man?’ Wouldn’t they both end up in the ditch? An apprentice doesn’t lecture the master.” ( Luke 6:40 MSG) Jesus was a mentor to His twelve disciples. They couldn’t have done what they did with His guidance. Having a mentor to help guide us along God’s path is not only biblical but necessary. We need each other. God made us relational beings to share in the... Read more
Part 1 Authors convey messages through their writings. Some write fiction while others write nonfiction. Some pen romance, history, and thrillers while others type fairy tales, adventures, and mysteries. Whatever the genre and medium there’s always a message. Christian authors, however, have an ulterior motive; they want to share Christ with the world. “My purpose in writing is simply this: that you who believe in God’s Son will know beyond the shadow of a doubt that you have eternal life,... Read more
Parties are social events where people gather. Often to celebrate a special occasion. Some parties celebrate the birthday of a loved one. Others recognize greatness by honoring the guest with a plaque or a trophy for their accomplishments. Some parties remember the life of a loved one who passed, while others celebrate a couple’s 50th wedding anniversary. However, they all come with an RSVP. Even if it’s not official, they all want to know if you plan on attending. I’ve... Read more
In today’s world of social media, it’s easy to follow someone. You can follow a long-lost friend from high school on Facebook who has thousands of followers. Elon Musk has a large following on Twitter of more than 138 million. Instagram shows the lives, diets, lifestyles, and relationships of billions of people any of whom you can choose to follow. You can follow copious amounts of people on TikTok, or they can follow you. With so many choices, selecting the... Read more
How many rounds will it take for me to finally realize I AM God’s messenger? Why do I just sit back and take the punches until it gets so bad, I have to stand up swinging just to dodge the next blow? I know each punch represents a lie The Deceiver tells me, and I believe it about myself or my abilities. And even though Truth sits directly in front of me I still allow Deception to enter the ring... Read more
“God?” “Yes, child.” “How can you love me after what I’ve done?” “What exactly have you done, child?” “Oh, God! Please don’t make me say it out loud.” “It needs to be spoken in order for others to hear.” “But why would you choose me? I’m nothing. I’m no one. I have done horrible things and horrible things have been done to me. I am blemished, bruised, and battered, standing before you in filthy rags. Why would anyone listen to... Read more
Don’t Put God in a Box I am an amateur photographer who is so in love with God’s artistry. I can’t help myself from trying to capture all of what He offers. You will often find me with a camera in hand. If it’s not my phone, then my Kodak 1080. But whatever the means, I’m fascinated by all of God’s creation and often hunt beautiful moments in which to snap the perfect memory. It’s true that God gives us... Read more
Every year when our kids were young, we would vacation in National Parks. We visited 52 National Parks in their growing up years. This year, we traveled through Utah. Stopping at the Natural Bridges National Park after seeing Arches National Park. When we entered the ranger station, I saw these incredible lizards on posters all over the visitor center. I was fascinated by them. They were on bookmarks, post cards and playing cards, too. When I asked about them, the... Read more
Do you see other people’s talents and ask why didn’t I get that one? Or what makes hers better than mine? Or if I had that I’d be (fill in the blank). I do this all the time! And I can’t help but ask myself, why do I do that? God has given me multiple talents and I enjoy them all, but there are times when I get so complacent in them that I don’t recognize God’s hand in them. They become... Read more
Sarah Young in her book, Jesus Calling, reminded me that we should allow Trust and Thankfulness to be our companions because Trust protects us from worrying and obsessing and Thankfulness prevents us from criticizing and complaining. What a great reminder! This past year I have danced, dined, and deliberated with the WRONG company! I have allowed Self-Pity and Self-Denial to lead me down paths of destruction, but boy has that backfired. God not only allowed me to walk that path,... Read more
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