Our Meager Offerings

Some days are prone to doubt and insecurity. The weight of our responsibilities and the striving to walk the Christian…

Lessons in Interrupting

Interruptions are always difficult. I have this idea, a direction and in a single instant, all is derailed. Of course,…

The rain is a soothing lullaby,To my anxious and harried heart.It forces me to slow down,To remember.I miss too much…

Genealogies are not known for their captivating syntax. Perhaps knowing some of the people can make them compelling, but for…

My kids always seem to enjoy a “game” over paper work (don’t we all?). It doesn’t have to be fancy…

Lycoris squamigera are aptly known as surprise lilies or even resurrection lilies. For most of the year they lie dormant…

How many words do you speak in a day? 7,000? 10,000? 20,000? The idea of counting them is exhausting to…

I have always loved trees. Flat topped acacias, intimidating and bizarre baobabs with their spindly tops, flame touched poinsettia trees,…

Amid the gentle falling rain,I finally quiet my heart.I am still before you.Your presence wraps around me,A warm blanket,Security.You are…

To open Bible class last night, I asked the kids to think of two examples: someone that would give good…