Peace in Dark Times

Darkness and dark clouds seem to be hovering over us all lately. A rumor of war has become reality. Continued transmission of disease that shut down our societies threatens to again bring life to a halt. Financial pressure comes with Continue reading Peace in Dark Times

Fostering Contentment

The word of the Lord for me this year is “contentment.” It seems a simple word but the more I look into the scriptures and a Bible study on the word, its complexities and repercussions grow. I usually write about Continue reading Fostering Contentment

Bringing Order to My Home

  Moving and unpacking has forced me to work to bring order in my new home. In making progress, I realize that establishing order in my life is paramount to my peace. Order is defined in one dictionary entry as Continue reading Bringing Order to My Home

The Lord My Healer

My last news was about selling my house and moving. Since then, my house is under contract. and I will be moving nearer to family. Gratitude for the blessing overwhelms my heart. But I am most grateful for healing. A Continue reading The Lord My Healer

Family Maturity

Families disintegrate at an amazing rate in these times. One I know ended recently. Others speak online or in conversation about distancing between adult siblings and/or parents. I am so grateful that the prayers of my grandmothers and mother were Continue reading Family Maturity

Renewed Community

Today I rejoice in a renewed sense of community. I attended a group of women gathering to encourage and love one another and we did. Understanding that we do life together is foundational to the Christian walk. God intends us Continue reading Renewed Community

Memorial Day Memories

Memorial Day is a day we in the United States choose to look back and be grateful for those who gave their lives serving in our military. Over the years, I have expanded it to a time to remember the Continue reading Memorial Day Memories

Remembering Mother’s Lessons

Five year ago, my mother died. She was 91 years old. Today, I’m pondering the lessons I learned from her while she lived and contemplating those I’ve learned since her homegoing. And it was homegoing. Her love for God was Continue reading Remembering Mother’s Lessons

Still Holding My Hand

  This year is one of learning to believe God wants to hold my hand and lead me. I have lived a life led by the Holy Spirit for many years but the depth of trust and understanding of His Continue reading Still Holding My Hand

Eternal Life – The Best Promise

Changing perspectives requires divine intervention for me. My mind does not easily shift to an eternal view. God took the reins in worship last week; He uses my abandoning myself and seeking His face to show me truth. During a Continue reading Eternal Life – The Best Promise