Flip the Switch — Light the Way
Carl and I have reached that golden age where extra lighting is more necessity than luxury — especially in the early morning hours when we’re reading the Word together. The other day, while clearing out my dresser drawer (you know, that one where everything gets tucked away for “later”), I found two little battery-operated light…
Got Credentials? You Bet You Do.
Some folks have impressive credentials—titles like Dr., Rev., or Esq.—attached to their name. Those designations usually come after years of study, sacrifice, and a mountain of coffee. My pastor, for example, recently earned his doctorate and humbly says, “You don’t have to call me Dr. Spencer.” But oh, he earned it — and we’re proud…
Let There Be Light
Here’s the truth about darkness. Darkness is absent of light. And what about dark thoughts? Think about it. The more we dwell on our negative feelings or confront someone that is negative, the darker it becomes. The more we watch political news, and listen to the he said/she said stuff, and the backbiting between opposing…
Lights, Shine Bright!
Aw! The Corn Moon aka the Harvest Moon aka the Super Moon! What a beautiful sight to behold! We have been in awe of its beauty the last few nights! Didn’t our Creator provide us with so much entertainment with His majestic and artistic abilities? LOOKING UP to the night sky and seeing this moon…
Who Do You Think You Are?
When Jesus spoke to the people, He boldly declared, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12). Jesus was defining Himself when He said those words. Throughout the Bible, Jesus consistently described who He was: the door, the bread…
May the 4th Be With You
Happy 4th Sunday of Advent and Happy Christmas Eve! We can join many others who will attend church today to breathe in what all this decorating, baking, shopping, partying, and having family and friend get togethers has been all about. It is unusual for Christmas Eve to fall on a Sunday. We are making the…
I’m Getting Corny
Yummy corn on the cob! A corn on my toe! Yikes! Time for candy corn! Let’s pop some popcorn! It doesn’t get cornier than this! You might notice I can get mighty corny — and today is one of those days! This is a good morning news alert! The Full Corn Moon aka Harvest Moon…
Our Identity is Clear
My dear friends and colleagues, Jolene Boyer and Gerald Boyer, gave a most delightful “Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday” wedding celebration for us. I volunteer with them at the Vincentian Family Center here in Austin. Several other co-workers were also at this yummy and lovely celebration and it blessed Carl and me so much. We…
Sunflowers Follow the Sun
Happy first day of August! I took down my July 4th patriotic décor on July 21st. I was ready to display my sunflowers vignette because August is the sunflowers’ time to flourish! Sunflowers captured my attention for this blog today! They are beautiful examples of God’s handiwork. They can reach upwards of 10 feet, with…
You Light Up My Life
That title is one that brings back memories of Debby Boone singing the song that made her famous (besides being the daughter of Pat & Shirley Boone). On February 23, 1978, the song won “Best Song” at the Grammy’s. “You Light Up My Life” spent a record-breaking 10 weeks at the No. 1 spot on…