Dream a Little — Dream a Lot
Carl sleeps like a champion — eight solid hours, no interruptions, probably dreaming in full color with surround sound. Me? I celebrate if I get six. And yes — I’ve been known to sneak in a little “holy nap” during the day — now and then. And dreaming at night? Rare. If I do dream,…
Sent with Confidence
Have you ever stopped to think that we are God’s ambassadors?Not someday. Not when we feel ready. Not when we’ve memorized enough Scripture or feel “qualified.” Right now! “Therefore, we are Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making His appeal through us.” 2 Corinthians 5:20 That’s not a small assignment. But it’s also not a…
Where’s God?
Remember those “Where’s Waldo?” books? I still enjoy looking for Waldo — even now. There he is somewhere in the middle of a crowded page, wearing his red-and-white stripes, quietly hiding in plain sight. We scan, we squint, we lean in just a little closer — and then — aha! We find him! The creator…
The Great Rectifier
I had one of those eye-opening moments that made me stop and ponder the lesson I learned. I realized how easily my emotions can get tangled up. One minute I’m calm and collected, and the next minute my feelings are marching in like they own the place. And if I’m being honest, sometimes I really…
STOP! Don’t Drink the Kool-Aid
That phrase may sound a little dated, but the lesson behind it is timeless. It came from one of the most tragic examples of blind followership in history — people swallowing a lie that cost them everything. And while we shake our heads and say, How could they believe that lie? But, we aren’t always…
A Holy Pause on Icy Roads
Last Sunday — church came to us!Our pastor preached beautifully to an empty sanctuary, his words traveling through cables and screens and landing right in our cozy living room. The choir sang in clipped perfection — thanks to editing — and one sharp-eyed congregation member quipped, “Wow! The choir had a lot of outfit changes!”…
May the Fourth Be With You
Yes, that’s my little Star Wars wink as we arrive at the Fourth Sunday of Advent. We’re officially on the launchpad. Christmas is close enough to hear the angels clearing their throats. This final Advent candle shines with love — the kind that doesn’t shout but shows up. And no two people model that better…
Come Away with Me
Some mornings don’t just dawn — they unfold like a love letter from the Lord. Yesterday was one of those mornings. It was just my daughter Staci, and me — two recliners, one fireplace, one soft sunrise stretching its fingers across the big East Texas sky — and one little surprise guest: Aggie, the cat…
Correction That’s Good for Us
I’ll be honest — I don’t like being corrected. Do you? It’s embarrassing. Especially if someone points out my mistake in front of other people. I’d much prefer a quiet whisper in the corner than a neon sign flashing “She goofed!” But as much as we dislike correction, it’s good for us. Correction keeps us…
Let Peace Begin in Me
The world is noisy with hate right now. Harsh words, nasty comments, pointing fingers — anger seems to be the default setting. But there’s another way. A higher way. Reconciliation over retaliation. Jesus didn’t say, “Get even.” He said, “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” (Matthew 5:44). That’s not easy —…