Good Friday — Not, Black Friday?
That’s what it feels like when loss hits close to home. When our hearts are breaking and the world keeps spinning like nothing happened. People laugh. Traffic moves. Life goes on. And we wonder how we can go on?An innocent Man — kind, compassionate, blameless — betrayed, beaten, nailed to a cross. Justice twisted. Truth…
Holy Thursday — Love at the Table
Remember Throwback Thursday? TBTOld photos. Big hair. Bell bottoms. Memories that make us smile. But this Thursday — this isn’t a throwback.It’s a comeback of the heart. Not just a picture on a wall of “The Last Supper” — but a living moment filled with love and passion — yet tension and deceit. Jesus sat…
Happy New Year — Welcome 2026!
There is something almost sacred about the first page of a new year. The calendar is wide open for all kinds of adventures! The journal is blank. The possibilities are endless. It’s as if God Himself leans in and says, “Let’s begin again!” And oh, how grateful I am to begin this year surrounded by…
Forgive… and Remember
We’ve all heard the phrase “forgive and forget.” People say it like it’s as simple as deleting an email. But life doesn’t work that way. The heart doesn’t work that way. Some hurts leave bruises that can’t be hidden — and some leave scars that don’t erase. Forgetting? That’s humanly impossible. But here’s the best…
I Forgive
Forgiveness is never easy. It can feel like swallowing gravel — especially when the wound is deep and the hurt has lingered for decades. But I recently read something that stopped me in my tracks and reminded me that forgiveness is not only possible, it’s powerful. Actor Tim Allen — yes, Tim “The Toolman” Taylor…
Beauty from the Ashes
I watched the Charlie Kirk Memorial with tears in my eyes. Before a word was spoken, before tributes were shared, hands were lifted high in praise. Worship filled the room. Gratitude rose like incense. It was a scene that echoed the promise of Scripture: “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble…
Parade of Homes (and Hearts)
These days, new homes are more than brick and mortar — they’re smart, sleek, and filled with more buttons than a space shuttle. Case in point: Carl’s daughter, Amelia, and her husband, Terrell, recently moved into their “forever home” here in Austin. With their kids off to college, the basketballs and pool toys are packed…
Reflecting What We Want in Return
Ever looked into a pond and saw your reflection staring back at you — sometimes flattering, sometimes… well, not so much? Life works the same way. What we put out there is what comes back to us. Reflection isn’t just about what’s in the mirror — it’s about what we project. You want kindness? Be…
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,…
The Paper Shredder
Not long ago, in our community’s FB group, a neighbor sent out a plea for help. She needed a paper shredder to rid herself of all those old financial records, letters, and documents. She was done with the build-up of paper overload. In a matter of minutes, neighbors were quick to provide her with theirs.…