I'm sure when we were young our parents told us to "remember your manners" or "mind your p's and q's." It's nice to hear a "thank you" from someone when we do something for them. But I think now, with everything going on with COVID, and the risk it is to be out in public, … Continue reading Two of the Most Powerful Words
Is it possible a dog can be more than a dog?? Is it possible the bond between a dog and a human can go so deep and strong that there are no words to describe it? Is it possible that even in the last days and weeks of life a dog can teach lessons that … Continue reading The Epitome of Faithfulness
I think a lot of people are getting fidgety with the restrictions of COVID-19. We may have formed new routines but long for the old routines of actually getting up and going to work. As one of literally millions of people around the globe who are currently out of work due to this virus, I … Continue reading An Unexpected Result of COVID-19
Nearly everyone is writing and talking about COVID-19 these days. But in the midst of this worldwide tragedy, let's not miss the small things; the baby being born, the birthday, the high school graduation. These thing may look different than they could have or should have but they are still huge events and milestones. I … Continue reading COVID-19 – A few thoughts
I love when I get to witness God's activity in my everyday life. Of course I love the big stories too, but there's something special about seeing God's Hand in the everyday routines and life stuff. While on tour with work a few weeks ago, I experienced God's activity, love, and involvement in my life … Continue reading God’s Activity
I had an interesting discussion with a friend the other day. We were at my dr's appointment just waiting to be called. She started talking about a book she was reading and how it was a slow read as each chapter made her think for awhile. We got talking about the first chapter which was … Continue reading Dependence vs. interdependence
The last month has been really difficult. It all started when my mother had to go to the emergency room with what we thought was just a simple little gall stone attack. That painful, but routine thing has now turned our lives upside down. Mom was diagnosed with metastatic liver cancer. I would not have … Continue reading Blessed to See
I have taken to sometimes calling my puppy a work-in-progress. She's a great dog, and a huge help, but with training and consistent hard work, and love, I know she can be better. As I said this the other day, I was struck by a thought we are works-in-progress too. In Philippians 1:3-6 we read: … Continue reading Work-in-progress
A few weeks ago, in my quiet time, I started the book of Daniel. I have always enjoyed the action packed books of the Bible and Daniel has always been someone I've admired. I've read the book many times, but God's Word is Living and Active and it teaches new stuff all the time. I … Continue reading Favour
Today I have a treat for you. I was hired on at my church for the summer as an intern. Part of this job is to read and review lots of books with missions and evangelism focus!!! I did up a report on the book I just finished and now want to share with you. … Continue reading Book Review
