Our Texas Winter Wonderland — Through it All
As a kid, I remember snowy days. We prayed for them. No school! Getting to play in the snow! I DON’T remember days like this. Rotating outages is something new. At least there was an emergency plan like this in place for times like this – though in Texas, I’m sure they never thought they’d…
In a Moment – In the Twinkling of an Eye
That title is a scriptural reference that refers to the return of our Lord Jesus Christ “in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we shall be changed.” (1 Corinthians 15:52) I plan on being one of that number. That glorious day…
Where He Leads, I Will Follow
One of my dear friends from Tulsa called me on Saturday night. She wanted to know about my move to Austin. I detailed my story and then she understood. This is three moves in the ten years since my sweetheart “moved” to heaven. Obviously, I’m not a “squatter” — staying put for very long. But,…
Celebrating the Greatest Love Story Ever Told
Happy Valentine’s Day! God loves you so much and so do I.I’m thankful for this sweet day of Valentine’s for lovers everywhere! It seems #ValentinesDayChallenge is the trend this year on Facebook. Couples answer questions about their first date, how long they’ve been together, who said I love you first, most sensitive, etc. I’ve gotten…
Doing What We Can
Daily, I report for duty and ask God for my daily assignments. I’ll admit His responses often leave me asking: “Really? Me? Who am I to do that?” I’ve come to know if He leads me to it, He equips me with the wisdom and fortitude to do it. I’ve been reading about Moses and…
Disappointment Might be an Appointment
Daily I read what I wrote in my journal for this day last year. Since early January, I’ve read about the excitement of being on the leadership team for our upcoming ACTS Retreat that was to have been on the weekend of April 23rd. We were wonder-eyed and “on fire” with passion and great anticipation…
I’m Squeezing the Orange
Embracing this day and this moment is the most delightful way to squeeze every ounce out of the orange. I thought a comparison to a succulent orange would best explain my life. Maybe a few sour lemons along the way – but nothing to compare to fresh, sweet orange juice! Only four days and “Austin,…
How Can We Possibly Pray Without Ceasing?
Was St. Paul delusional when he wrote those words “Pray without ceasing?” (I Thessalonians 5:17). But, first came Jesus Who said to “always pray”. “Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should ALWAYS pray and not give up.” (Luke 18:1) Honestly, I’m doing good to have my morning prayer time…
It’s Super Bowl Sunday! We Win – No Matter What!
Though the Super Bowl won’t have the ginormous crowds and the vendors won’t sell near as many snack items and the ticket sales are meager compared to years before, today the two best professional football teams will meet up for the big FINALE. It just so happens that it’s two teams, the Kansas City Chiefs…
Staying in Step with our Father
I know some really good “steppers”. They seem to succeed at just about everything they set their steps toward. I heard a good old boy once remark “Ain’t no step for a stepper!” He was challenging someone to go for the dream they had but were discouraged by what it would take to make it…