I’m Still Counting My Blessings
This morning, while checking to be sure my blogs landed where they were supposed to (they did — thank you, Lord), a song started playing in my mind. Not on the radio. Not on my phone. Just there — settling into my heart. “Lord, I’m still counting my blessings…” — the chorus from “Counting My…
If You Can’t Lick ’Em… Join ’Em
It’s beginning to look a lot like — well, both. Thanksgiving and Christmas are currently sharing the stage like two headliners who showed up to the same concert. And honestly? It’s okay! Just last week, I wandered into Hobby Lobby (dangerous territory for anyone with a pulse and a credit card), and there it was:…
Keep Doing Good — Harvest Time’s Up Ahead!
Today’s blog inspiration comes straight from our faithful mentor, the Apostle Paul. His words in Galatians 6:9 still roar across the centuries: “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” There it is — a rally cry for every weary do-gooder who’s…
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…
May Jesus Be Seen in Me — In Spite of Me
A dear friend shared words with me that stopped me in my tracks: “May Jesus be seen in me, in spite of me.” Isn’t that the truth? Because let’s be honest, sometimes “me” gets in the way. My impatience can flare up quicker than my smile. My opinion can jump out of my mouth before…
God Makes Masterpieces
God doesn’t do “average.” Just take a look at His portfolio: the rainbow stretching across the sky, the puffy white clouds drifting lazily on a summer day, the majestic trees swaying here in Austin’s green country. And then, take a look at His finest creation — you. Now, if that makes you squirm because you’re…
Bridging the Divide with Honor
I try to stay in the middle! I try to carefully NOT say anything that might cause me to lose a friend or neighbor. I’m not looking to pick a fight or rock the boat — especially when it comes to politics, friendships, or fragile family group texts. I want to be like Jesus: full…
Welcome to My Safe Place
My Safe Place is smack dab in the green pastures where God always soothes my soul and gives me daily ideas for yet another blog. Most days, folks read the words, smile (hopefully), and carry on with their day. Occasionally, I get a “like” or a heart and let me tell you — those little…
It’s Okay that We’re Being Chased
When someone is being chased, our minds immediately think of “no good,” peril, and fear. But what if I told you that being chased could actually be a beautiful thing? Oh yes, God’s favor is hot on our heels! His goodness and mercy are in relentless pursuit, and they aren’t giving up anytime soon. Isn’t…
Taking the Time to Care
Sometimes, making a difference doesn’t require grand gestures or eloquent speeches. Sometimes, it’s as simple as taking the time to care. A couple of days ago, I was blessed with two encounters that reminded me just how powerful a moment of kindness can be. The first was with my sweet niece who stopped by to…