Josiah was only 8 years old when he became king. He seems ludicrously young for the weighty task of leading…
Songs in the Night
Last night at precisely 3:17 AM (according to the green glow of the stove clock), I was up with 2…
He is Patient with Us
It is human to become frustrated when parenting. We repeat ourselves (throughout the day but also over years). It seems…
My Great Uncle
In the dark, quiet hours of the morning, my great uncle, Terrel Taylor, went home. And as I have thought…
Unseen Footprints
I see a heron sometimes when I walk by the river. It is impossible to capture how majestically he stands,…
It’s Hard to Be a Good Listener
It is hard to be a good listener. It’s not just about working ears or not having too much background…
Lessons from My Children
As a parent I know it is my job to teach my children – about God, life, friendships. But, in…
In God Alone
For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I…
A List of Thanksgivings
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no…
Sweet Gwen
Sweet Gwen, Today is your second birthday. We might have done something more adventurous or gone somewhere new a few…
Wattsup With Kids 