A Heartfelt Plea
As I look at the world around us, I see so many things that leave me perplexed and profoundly saddened. I believe in love — love for our neighbors, for our community, for the sanctity of life — but sometimes, I struggle to understand how that love has been twisted into something unrecognizable. How did…
Wisdom for all Ages
Let me take you back in time to our cattle ranching days — a little piece of paradise, with about 75 black Angus cattle under our care. I was the designated “helper” when it came to vaccinating, castrating, and tagging our young bovines. Not the most glamorous job, but someone had to do it! One…
What Side are You On?
The word, consecrate, stands out to me today. Consecrate: to make something or declare something sacred, blessed, sanctified, make holy, dedicated to God, devoted, reserved, anointed, set apart. In Luke 2, we read that Jesus’ parents took Him to the temple to be consecrated to God. We took that seriously as the template for consecrating…
The Sphere of Influence
When our friend heard that we would be going to Nevada to spend time with our cousins and celebrate our BIG 1-year anniversary, he encouraged us to go to Las Vegas’ newest marvel, The Sphere. This architectural wonder, with its state-of-the-art technology and stunning visuals, has quickly become a must-see destination. It captivates audiences, drawing…
His Mercies + My Mercies Makes for a Merciful Day
Wouldn’t it be something if we could say, “My mercies are new every morning”? I wish I could. But if I’m honest, some mornings I’m doing good to roll out of bed, wipe the sleepiness from my eyes and embark on a new day of simply taking in God’s tender mercies. BUT I sincerely want to…
Placing our Treasures in God’s Mighty Hands
I am being nostalgic as my youngest grandchild, Bryson, is embarking on his last year of high school. I wrote this text message to my son and daughter: “Good morning my loves. Sweet mama, I can imagine how you’re feeling as your last child and my last grandchild is heading out to his last high…
Hedge of Protection
In these tumultuous times (I used that word because of all the back-stabbing rhetoric in our politics — ugh!), it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the chaos swirling around us. The uncertainty of our world’s future, the anxiety over who will lead our nation, and the constant barrage of troubling news can make our minds…
And God said……”Ta-da!”
It doesn’t take much to be show-offs, act like show-offs and get peaved about some gnarly, ghastly, risque show-offs. They are everywhere in music, movies, social media and beyond. Today, I’ll focus on — not show-offs — but the children of Almighty God. My granddaughter loved wearing princess dresses. Right from the start, she was…
Nothing can Separate Us from God’s Love
Doesn’t that give us reassurance at the end of a day when we feel less than loved by anyone, including ourselves? God’s love for us is unwavering and eternal. Imagine that! No matter what happens, nothing can destroy our relationship with Him. This truth has the power to transform our lives. Romans 8:38-39 assures us,…
It’s Not the Medal — It’s the Win Even When You Lose
The Olympics have drawn to a close, and our U.S.A. teams made us proud! It’s a moment of pride for our nation — congratulations to all the winners! But let’s not forget, the Olympic spirit isn’t just about winning medals. It’s about the heart, soul, and unyielding determination that every athlete pours into their craft,…