How Do We Mend?
We don’t use the word “mend” very much these days. But, this day I’d like to use MEND in capital letters. I remember my mama mending a tear in my dress. Mending means to make something worn, torn, or otherwise damaged usable by repairing, restoring or fixing. The news of Charlie Kirk’s passing still weighs…
Bravery That Cannot Be Silenced
I can’t stop thinking about Charlie Kirk. His passing has left a mark on all of us who admired his relentless faith, his courage, and his determination to live for Christ. Charlie gave his life teaching, loving, sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and standing unashamed for God’s Word. He died a martyr’s death, and…
Happy September AND Happy Labor Day!
Labor Day is more than a three-day weekend, a backyard barbecue, or a back-to-school breather. It’s a day to pause and honor the men and women whose hands, hearts, and dedication keep our world moving forward. I think of those who rise before dawn to keep our streets clean, those who prepare meals in bustling…
There Will Be Miracles
I’m still basking in the glow of all the birthday love — thank you, dear family and friends, for making me feel so celebrated! But today I’m carrying that gratitude forward with a reminder that lifts my heart every time I see it: “There will be miracles.” I bought that sign years ago. It still…
Brand New – A Fresh Start for 2025
I can’t shake the sense that the word “NEW” is ringing loud and clear from Headquarters. “Old things have passed away – behold, all things have become NEW!” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Let the past be the past. Let the new BE new. There’s something special about the start of a new year – the feel…
The Great Resolve
Winston Churchill is one of the most famous figures who spoke passionately about resolve and not quitting. In his famous speech to students at Harrow School in 1941 during World War II, he delivered these powerful words: “Never give in — never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty — never…
We Can Do Hard Things
I flipped on the TV and started watching the 2024 Paris Paralympics. I was in awe of the talent, physical strength, drive, and sheer determination to do what those who have all their abilities intact – wouldn’t consider doing. These incredible Paralympians do what others would think is impossible. My heart opened with a new…
The Reagan Movie
Thursday night, we had the privilege of watching the Reagan movie, and let me tell you—it was outstanding. The film vividly portrays a man of great faith, conviction, determination, and resilience — qualities that carried him through his entire life. The movie starts with a no-frills look at Reagan’s childhood, quickly moving through his acting…
Just an Ordinary Average Joe
After watching those brilliant, toned, driven Olympic athletes and their feats, it can certainly intimidate those of us without those well-trained bodies — physically AND mentally! We are just ordinary, average Joes. How could we ever excel and become so remarkable and outstanding in our “sport” or our “job” or our “family and relationships”? “Vive…
Let’s Talk About Arenas
I have blogged about the olympics several days now. I can’t help myself because I am thinking today about our own daily olympics that require all kinds of fitness, mind control, determination and a no-quit attitude. I’ve been to Paris with friends. It was one of the stops in our 21-day European cruise several years…