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As the Deer Pants for Water

As the Deer Pants for Water In August the hot sun scorches the earth. The brittle grass browns and breaks. Moisture-starved leaves yellow and flutter to the ground. The baked earth, cracked in every direction, cries for rain. Insects buzz in erratic dances—nothing else moves. The stifling heat rises in nearly invisible waves. Safe inContinue reading “As the Deer Pants for Water”

Peace of Mind

Reverend Peale’s advice should help us have a happy Tuesday! “Be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. Talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet. Make all your friends feel there is something special in them. Look at the sunny side of everything. Think only the best, be asContinue reading “Peace of Mind”

Sermon Snippet

This nugget of wisdom was from Sunday’s sermon. It’s worth contemplating and remembering. “We experience transformation in bite-sized chunks, so keep chewing.” Father, keep me learning and growing closer to your image. Keep me chewing.

Through the Psalms, 24

Happy Friday, everyone! May you find wisdom and strength through the Psalms Psalm 23:3-5 “Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord? Who may stand in his holy place? The one who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not trust in an idol or swear by a false god. They will receiveContinue reading “Through the Psalms, 24”

Christian Writers’ Conference–Virtually

Here’s where I’ve been hanging out for the past two days. Got my computer, pens and notebook, snacks and a drink. I am learning so much. One little thing is the title. It makes all the difference and one professional suggested something different from what I had. Without knowing which one was my working titleContinue reading “Christian Writers’ Conference–Virtually”

Be Courageous

Where are you going this day? Remember, God will be with you, wherever that is. Be courageous in His strength today.

A Hungry Soul

A Hungry Soul The little soul lived for many years in the same woods. The sun shone on her leafy branches, and she produced much fruit. After many years the trees around this soul grew and their branches met above her head. Those branches provided comfortable shade. She was content in the place she’d alwaysContinue reading “A Hungry Soul”

God’s Will

Some Tuesday truth from Ms. Elliot. “The will of God is never exactly what you expect it to be. It may seem to be much worse, but in the end it’s going to be a lot better and a lot bigger.” Elisabeth Elliot

A Prayer for You

Such a beautiful prayer to pray over others (and ourselves) on this Monday morning. Have a great day.

Through the Psalms, 23

Have a blessed Friday, my friends! Psalm 23: 5-6 “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, And I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”