A Blanket of White Light streaming through my window awakened me. Like a child, I jumped out of bed and hurried to the window. Sparkling in my back porch light, snow blanketed the yard. Winter’s drab landscape changed to a fairyland. The dead, brown grass disappeared under the snowy blanket, and the barren trees woreContinue reading “A Blanket of White”
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Thankful for the Wonder of it All
Today, November 5th, I am thankful for the amazing variety of animals that God has created. From the lion to the tiny kitten, from the giraffe to the bunny, from the eagle to the hummingbird, they never cease to cause wonder and joy. Thank you, Father, for your creativity exhibited in the vast array ofContinue reading “Thankful for the Wonder of it All”
Reflected Glory
Rev. 1:16b “His face was like the sun shining in all its brilliance” The small lake shimmers smooth as glass, its dark greenish-brown surface reflecting the surrounding autumn world. Dark, straight tree trunks and branches protect the lake’s perimeter, the yellow, green, and orange leaves doubled in their reflected beauty. The contour of each billowyContinue reading “Reflected Glory”
The Voice of the Lord
Through the Psalms Psalm 29: 3 & 4 “The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, The Lord thunders over the mighty waters. The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is majestic.” Close your eyes. Can you hear the rhythm of the water? CanContinue reading “The Voice of the Lord”
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”
Through the Psalms, 16
Happy Friday! Here’s some wisdom from the Psalms Psalm 16: 5-8 “Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; You make my lot secure. The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; Even at night my heart instructs me. I keep my eyes alwaysContinue reading “Through the Psalms, 16”
Happy Tuesday! Here’s a quote by Henri Nouwen that will give you something to think about today. “Maybe it is exactly the experience of loneliness that allows us to describe the first tentative lines of solitude. Maybe it is precisely the shocking confrontation with our hostile self that gives us words to speak about hospitalityContinue reading
Be Strong
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I struggle with discouragement. What about you? Lord, keep me strong and keep me from becoming discouraged. Instead, let me remember that you are with me and I can rely on your strength and wisdom.
Scatter Sunshine
Good morning! Here’s an uplifting quote for you. “The way to happiness: Keep your heart free from hate, your mind from worry. Live simply, expect little, give much. Scatter sunshine, forget self, think of others. Try this for a week and you will be surprised.”― Norman Vincent Peale Father, help me to do as NormanContinue reading “Scatter Sunshine”
New Growth
Good Wednesday morning, my friends, here’s a bit of springtime to inspire you. Enjoy~ I love springtime! Overnight the world changes from dull, dry, and dead to colorful, vibrant, and alive. The trees, which stretched their bare arms heavenward all winter, now dress in a pale green blush. Our Bradford pear tree nods its white,Continue reading “New Growth”
Growing Our Faith Together 