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HOW IS GOD LOVING ME – AND WHERE IS GOD LEADING ME?
There’s a chill in the morning air and I see glimpses of color beginning to show on the trees. Autumn- my favorite season- is upon us! Not only do I delight in the colors, the aromas, and the tastes of autumn, but my soul… Continue Reading “One Leaf at a Time”
My sister, Janet, brilliantly shines with her loving way of helping people in unique and timely ways. Recently she surprised our mom with travel plans to see a favorite violinist later this year. Our practical and frugal mom is 92, so naturally her first… Continue Reading “The Pursuit”
Two things happened on Saturday that turned me into a riled-up Mama Bear. First, I learned of the thousands of white supremacists gathered in Charlottesville and the heartbreaking tragedies that resulted. Second, I learned that my son’s car broke down as he and his… Continue Reading “Taming Mama Bear”
Yesterday I spent hours at my computer, trying to write a new blog and make progress on my book. I became frustrated and discouraged when I had nothing to show for my efforts at the end of the day. My feelings ranged from my… Continue Reading “Having “Nothing to Show””
I sang all the way home (from Toledo to Hurricane) earlier this week. I had just received the great news that I’m still in good health, with no signs of cancer! What a gift this is- to have these bonus days of life and… Continue Reading “ALL The Time (God is Good)”
I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?” ~Isaiah 43:19 On March 13th, I copied this passage from Isaiah into my journal. At that time, Jim and I had become settled into our new home… Continue Reading “A New Thing”
We came across the old clown as we were cleaning out our storage unit. Kevin and I laughed at the memory from years ago. He was just a little guy, maybe three or four years old. We were enjoying the craft time at our… Continue Reading “The Clown”
When I consider the grace of God, I usually think of the merciful, forgiving, generous love of God freely shared with my sinful, imperfect self. But on Sunday, Pastor Mike* reminded me of another grace: God’s sanctifying grace. We are already loved by God,… Continue Reading “Good for Goodness’ Sake”
I know that whatever God does endures forever; nothing can be added to it, nor anything taken from it; God has done this, so that all should stand in awe before him. ~Ecclesiastes 3:14 Sometimes when I look into the night sky to see… Continue Reading “Awe”
A few construction workers were pouring a new driveway for us. They were diligently working in the hot sun, and I knew they could use some refreshing beverages. The first time I offered to get them something to drink, they politely declined. But the… Continue Reading “I Really Mean It!”
Simply Soul Searching 