Distractions
I have been struggling to write something meaningful lately. There are so many things that pull me away from my keyboard. Simple things. Like the dogs need to go outside or I’m suddenly thirsty. And also, not-so-simple things; like needing to pick up a sick kid from school or my neighbor loudly playing his drums. […]
Who are you looking for?
Read John 20:1 – 19 “Dear Woman, why are you crying?” Jesus asked her. “Who are you looking for?” John 20:15 NLT Early on the first day of the week, the third day after the crucifixion Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of Jesus, and Salome took it upon themselves to take care of Jesus’ body. […]
Doing our part
Doing Our Part I left my last post feeling as if I was making holiness a light thing, I assure you I was not. Rather, I was showing how God wants us to come to Him the way we are so that He can complete the work He started in us. “…being confident of this, […]
Holiness is not a straitjacket
It is actually the opposite of one! It sets you free! Free from a life of addictions, bitterness, and regret. Many think that living a life of Holiness is one that confines you to living under vows of poverty, chastity, and submission. Before I accepted Jesus as my savior, I thought I couldn’t live for […]
A Prayer of Surrender
Lord, I lay it all down. As I’m sitting in my office, in the middle of piles of stuff and junk, my head hung down in a posture of resignation, I prayed quietly; Lord I give all of my worries to you. Not that I think you would want them, but your word tells me […]
He will lead you through
I couldn’t see through the windshield. The rain was coming down so hard I thought the glass might break. The road ahead was a blur and fear gripped me. The semi-trucks rolling past were just throwing more water into the path and rocking our vehicle. Cars around us were moving slowly with their flashers on. […]
Choosing Trust (even when your adult children push you away)
I haven’t shared much about this part of my life on my blog. Some of you may be surprised to learn about it. I’ve decided to trust God and share. My desire and prayer are that it will bring hope to others going through similar situations. Really, that is all the reason I write. If […]