The problem with praying for patience is that we are mostly given opportunities to practice being patient rather than a…
A Promise of Hope
They surprised me as I walked – Caught off guard. Here in this barren wintry clay, Empty yesterday, But now…
Blessings of a Friend
A good and Godly friend is a treasure – something to thank God for. I think of the deep and…
Dwelling Place
Life is transitory and change inevitable. That’s why, I think, we instinctively try to carve out permanence for ourselves –…
A Parent’s Love
I like to think of myself as a somewhat competent communicator. Communication, after all is my craft as a teacher,…
Joy
Joy is a child being given good news, the happiness erupting full bodied. Joy is a mother, holding her child…
Why I’m Thankful for God
November is generally a month when people try to be more intentionally thankful (a good habit to cultivate). Yet, the…
Casting our Anxieties on Him
Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. ~ 1 Peter 5:7 That little word “all” speaks so…
The End of the Story
Scripture is rich in stories of God’s people, yet they are not perfect people living perfect lives, untouched by tragedy…
The Sheep’s Responsibility
Last week, we looked at some promises from John 10 we can use to comfort our hearts. God is indeed…