Let’s Be Merry-Makers
Isn’t it day-and-life altering when we’re in the company of those who just brighten up the room with their optimism and sense-of-humor? I was in that company Wednesday night with these powerful, joy-filled women. Many were missing from our group, but these “merry hearts” sure made mine merry. It had been a while since we…
Look Away from the Chaos and Lift Up Your Eyes
This is an excerpt from Dr. Michael Brown’s blog and the best advice ever for finishing 2020 strong. “If you’re looking for cutting-edge political analysis, this is not the article for you. If you’re looking for the latest insights on the presidential elections, you’re in the wrong place. But if you’re looking for spiritual wisdom…
I’m Throwing You a Lifeline – Grab Hold of It!
A couple of years ago, while in Cabo San Lucas, my oldest and youngest grandsons headed out on stand-up paddle boards. That is a feat in itself — to get yourself upright on the boards. I’m doing good to get in an upright position from the ground — never mind, on water! (Gasp!) They paddled…
Are We Ready to Get This Baby Delivered?
Yesterday’s news of our POTUS and FLOTUS testing positive for the coronavirus put me into labor – laboring for this baby (eight months in now) to be delivered. I prayed throughout the day for a miracle birth. During these months, I have mourned with those who have mourned the passing of a loved one and…
Thanks to the Superheroes and the Big Picture
The word “superhero” has been redefined during this global pandemic. Once superheroes were the highly paid celebrities, professional sports figures, and those always in bright lights. They were also those in the world of Disney, DC and Marvel Comics. I remember my comic books that taught me about superheroes first. I lived vicariously through those…
Come Out, Christians, Wherever You Are
Just wondering if you heard about the tens of thousands of Christians who converged on Washington D.C. last weekend? No news reports about looting, vandalism, calls to “burn it down”, no acts of violence and destruction? That’s because the tens of thousands of Christians came to pray for our nation. Worship, prayers, humility and repentance…
My Eyes Saw His Eyes
From my comfy chair, I look across my living area into the kitchen. My eyes see His eyes. Those eyes on my refrigerator were a gift that had been strategically placed under the guests’ clear plates at a women’s meeting. They were awe-inspiring then, and this day those eyes meet mine again. I know those…
Breath of God
In my prayer time, I said these words “Thank You for your breath, Lord!” What? Where did that come from? Who do we ever say “Thank you for your breath” because breath can be stinky? But not so with the breath of Jesus. In asking for His breath, I knew that I was asking for…
Clenched Fists or Open Hands?
Are your fists clenched so tightly that if you let them go, you know you’ll blow? After all these uncharted waters of the pandemic – that steam might erupt like Old Faithful, as you shout “I’M DONE!” Maybe, you’re white-knuckling it because you’re fearful of what is up ahead. I know both examples. I was…
Choosing Wisely Which Side of History We Want
Not long ago, I wrote a blog about the Israelites and the plagues sent by God to the Egyptians in the Bible. Now, we know from firsthand experience, what a true plague looks like in our world. In a sense, it has felt like history repeated itself. But, Lord, please spare us from frogs, lice,…