Peace. Be Still.
Troubled in your heart and soul today? Wondering how you can solve this problem or circumstance or make that hard decision? Perhaps, today, it’s time to slow down and let your mind rest and trust in the Peace-Maker! Remember Jesus saying the words “Peace. Be still!” to the winds and the waves? “Then He arose…
Let’s Be Different. Let’s Take the High Road.
How “different” are we from what is “normal” to others? Some say: “It’s normal to be stressed, fearful, overwhelmed, exhausted, angry, sad, and even speaking hateful and being mean to others. “Normal” to some is ranting and raving right along with all those who are dissatisfied with politics and politicians or even their own family…
He Gives More than Shovelfuls
God is a shoveler. He shovels by the shovelful — not by a measly spoonful. I know The Shoveler! I am a recipient of God’s amazing grace (the free and unmerited favor of God) that is more than I could ever ask for or even think. In fact, my attempt to “measure” God’s grace in…
Barring a Miracle
I’ve been wanting to share this sweet story for some time, but now seems the perfect time. I want this to be a hope-builder for my friends who are praying and believing for miracles in their lives. The phrase “Nothing is impossible with God” isn’t just a cliché. It comes from words spoken to Mary,…
More Than One Touch
I can’t take the credit for the following words, but I can take the credit for sharing them with you. As I know so many that are struggling right now — wondering when their prayers will be answered, when the miracle they’ve hoped for will come to pass, pleading with God for His touch in…
Celebrating One of God’s Sweetest Gifts
What if our daily decisions, actions and reactions were always led by “What Would Jesus Do?” This day of the year is one of my favorites because I get to celebrate my “other” son. Yes, I have one birth son, but when my daughter, Staci, married Larry Wallace, God gave me another beloved son. Today…
Only a Walking Stick will be Needed
See these photos of me with my walking stick? This was at Epiphany Ranch in Rusk, TX where my children are laying the ground-work (literally) for the future location for a retreat center and homes built for restoring people’s lives. This day, we were dedicating the property to God for His use and our commitment…
Blessings & Raindrops
We have had uncanny amounts of rain over the last couple of weeks, but it’s Sunday and it’s gorgeous outside. The sun is shining brightly and the landscape seems greener than ever! But, I know there are those who still have rain and storms in their lives. I remember feeling that way when we received…
Are You Dressed Yet?
That’s a loaded question. The answer could be “yes”, even if you’re sporting your jammies, your swimsuit, or a 3-piece suit. A t-shirt and shorts may mean a comfortable afternoon at home or the park. A silky chiffon dress might mean a special night out. My Austin children went to a wedding yesterday, but before…
What Would You Tell Your 18-Year-Old Self?
I’ve heard that question posed to an older someone more times than not. They’re asked for wise advice about what they learned from their trials and errors. The answers vary because they lived and learned. And oftentimes they wish they had chartered a different course or given their all at something only to let it…