I love those mornings when I wake before the sun and have time to sit in the dark, watching the light gradually increase. The dim light provides a soft glow in the room, making me even more aware of God’s presence. As I bask in the Lord’s presence, the dark room transforms, slowly turning lightContinue reading “Early Morning Light”
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Rejoice!
“This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 Monday morning is typically a day we all dread, right? It’s back to work and back to the grind. Yet, I have noticed that whatever my circumstances, my attitude improves when Iam thankful for the good thingsContinue reading “Rejoice!”
At a Snail’s Pace
During a recent walk, I noticed a tiny snail, its shell no bigger than a dime. It appeared motionless, but when I knelt down for a zoomed-in photo, I could see its forward progress. Ever so slowly, it traveled, a millimeter at a time, across the sidewalk. Satisfied with my photo, I continued my walk.Continue reading “At a Snail’s Pace”
Down a Slippery Slope
I love watching skiers fly down slippery slopes, controlling their speed while whizzing down the mountain-side. Unfortunately, the athlete sometimes loses control and careens down the mountain with devastating consequences. I recently encountered a slippery slope in my neighborhood park. Instead of mountains, my slopes had gentle hills that hug the earth. Warmer temperatures hadContinue reading “Down a Slippery Slope”
A Bouquet of Roses
Hey, I’m back! We’ve had computer issues and have spent lots of time at doctor’s offices for my husband’s health problems, but I have returned.Today I want to celebrate by sharing a short devotion I wrote for The Secret Place, many years ago.Have a beautiful week! @followers A Bouquet of Roses Ladies, do you rememberContinue reading “A Bouquet of Roses”
Ah, Spring
Spring is in the air, and the sunshine draws me to the nearby nature trails. As soon as I enter the park, serenity covers me like a blanket. The trees, still black and bare of leaves, stretch high above my dirt pathway. The winds blowing up over my head sway the trees, causing their bareContinue reading “Ah, Spring”
Winter in the Forest
Winter in the Woods Winter in the forest has a beauty all its own. Gone are Spring’s purple and yellow wildflowers. Gone are the deep green summertime leaves waving overhead in the breeze. Gone is the brilliant pallet of fall’s colors screaming for attention. Gone is the constant chorus of bird call, each looking forContinue reading “Winter in the Forest”
Watching the Lava
Several years ago my husband Scott and I flew to Hawaii for our niece’s wedding. While there, we spent a couple of days on the big island of Hawaii with his brother and our sister-in-law. One afternoon we visited an area that had been covered by a lava flow. Since the lava was cool, weContinue reading “Watching the Lava”
Thirsty
Daily, we eat food and drink water. No matter how much we eat or drink the day before, we need, eat and drink again the next day. If we don’t we are, at best very uncomfortable. Clearly, Jesus is referring to a different type of hunger and thirst. Our spiritual hunger will be satisfied andContinue reading “Thirsty”
Seeing the Dawn
I wrote this more than 20 years ago, but it’s still relevant today. After an unusually difficult two months—several lingering illnesses that left me constantly fatigued, my father-in-law’s serious stroke, caring for my mother-in-law—I was feeling tired, stressed, and discouraged. Driving to work, I shed a few tears of self- pity. As I turned toContinue reading “Seeing the Dawn”
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