January 23, 2026 Not Unusual “Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you” (1 Peter 4:12,…
January 9, 2026 Mend Mending tangibly demonstrates love. My son is home from college. He hands me his favorite shorts, fully trusting that Mama can mend that hole…
November 14, 2025 Serving Goodness Every morning, I scoop the chocolate and stir it until it is well blended. Jeff loves his mocha drink. We used to buy it…
October 24, 2025 Greater Capacity “I wonder if part of the reward for persevering through affliction could be a greater capacity for joy. Jesus tells us that the joy…
September 12, 2025 You Can Pick… “You get what you get, and you don’t pitch a fit!” -origin unknown O LORD, why do we keep getting more bad health news…
July 25, 2025 Look Again! Perception Jeff and I sat in the ER, urgently waiting for his doctor. I looked up, above the door, and saw a “Catholic crucifix.”…
July 18, 2025 My Path “…to shine on those living in darkness and the shadow of death, To guide our feet into the path of peace” (Luke 1:79, NIV)….
July 14, 2025 Known “Oh Lord, You have searched me and know me” (Psalm 139:1, NIV). My stomach clenched as we entered the ENT’s office. This week was…
June 13, 2025 Don’t Panic! “We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on You” (2 Chronicles 20:12b, NIV). Don’t panic! I told myself, but for…