Early in the morning, in the pre-dawn gray light, I wander around the retreat center. As I meander past the ghostlike trees, my feet crunch in the gravel path. The wind sighing high above in the treetops provides an oasis of peace and quiet away from the noise and bustle of the city. While theContinue reading “The Rising Son”
Category Archives: An Encouraging Word
Spiritual Lessons
“…the deepest spiritual lessons are not learned by his letting us have our way in the end, but by his making us wait, bearing with us in love and patience until we are able to honestly pray what he taught his disciples to pray: Thy will be done.” Elisabeth Elliot Lord, it is easier toContinue reading “Spiritual Lessons”
He Brings Joy
If you are weeping, remember that your Savior longs to bring you joy. It may not be in the time you want or in the way you want, but it will be glorious. Trust in him and rejoice in the goodness he brings you in the morning.
God’s Embrace
A tickle deep in my throat prompted me to leave the sanctuary during the sermon. I got a drink, coughed, and blew my nose where the noise wouldn’t disturb others. Standing outside the nursery, I heard several little ones crying. On an impulse, I opened the door, ready to help. As soon as IContinue reading “God’s Embrace”
Home
“Home is the center of my being where I can hear the voice that says: ‘You are my Beloved, on you my favor rests’—the same voice that gave life to the first Adam and spoke to Jesus, the second Adam; the same voice that speaks to all the children of God and sets them freeContinue reading “Home”
God’s Word
Rejoice in God
“To rejoice in temporal comforts is dangerous, to rejoice in self is foolish, to rejoice in sin is fatal, but to rejoice in God is heavenly.”― Charles H. Spurgeon Good words to ponder.
Be Generous
Healing What Ails You
Healing What Ails You Earlier, I caught a nasty virus, the kind that plays havoc with your digestive system. Of course, we were out of town when it hit. During our granddaughter’s dance competition, we sat in the balcony watching so many beautiful dancers. While waiting for her solos, it hit hard. The closest bathroomContinue reading “Healing What Ails You”
The God of Peace
It’s easy to read and agree. It’s much more difficult to read and then live what you read. Lord, keep me focused on Your word. Help me to read what you say and then make Your words part of my life.
Growing Our Faith Together 