The Goodness of God
I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of hearing Cece Winans sing “The Goodness of God”. It’s not just a song; it’s my anthem, a reminder of all the ways God has shown up in my life. I’ve already told my husband that when my time comes to leave this side of heaven, I want…
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…
Ring of Fire
As I sit here humming Johnny Cash’s “Ring of Fire,” I can’t help but think about the many rings of fire that touch our lives. Johnny sang of a love so fierce it felt like flames. Couples wear rings that symbolize their promises to forever love each other through all of life’s seasons. A few…
Our Great Physician
After years of enduring neck and back pain, my precious son, a formidable businessman, golfer, marathon runner, husband and father, acquiesced to having cervical neck and spine surgery on Wednesday. He put the surgery off as long as he could. Though I have confidence in God’s healing virtues AND the incredible abilities of brilliant surgeons…
Just Do It
Nike’s three little words have certainly had a shelf life that has been strong since 1988. No slogan has come close to making the cultural impact and getting the worldwide acceptance of Nike’s unforgettable phrase. The “Just do it” tagline became one of the biggest ad ideas in history because it spoke to each person…
God Does the Carrying
Yesterday, my blog was entitled “Do You Carry?” I asked that question of Brownwood TX owner of Underwood’s Buffet when I saw two black boxes on his hips. I was asking if he was carrying guns. It is troublesome to know that someone, other than officers of the law, would have a need to “carry”.…
Feeling Pampered Today?
Someone asked how I could possibly devote so much time to my blog every day – 365 days a year. I know God gave me this mission to be an encourager and a light in the darkness. I promised to fulfill that mission from the get-go. My “ministry” platform just happens to be on social…
MY Mercies are New Every Morning
I read this scripture: “The faithful love of the LORD never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is His faithfulness; His mercies are new every morning.” (Lamentations 3:22-23) I wish that those words were my words. I mean MY mercies. I know those words are true. I know His faithful love, His fresh mercy each…
April Showers Bring May Flowers
And life’s clouds, storms and showers can bring many blessings. This blog was inspired by the opportunity to be in Tulsa for several days. Though I have many precious friends and beautiful memories here, this trip came with a specific purpose in mind. That is to be with my 99-1/2 years old mother-in-law while my…
Win All Day
Pictures speak louder than words, but since I, being a widow with excess words to deliver, will provide this blog with words AND pictures. This first photo is of my beloved son by marriage (Staci’s husband) and his best “other” friend than Staci – his John Deere Tractor. His dream come true. His baby. His…