The theme of the fourth week of Advent is love. When we light the fourth candle on the Advent wreath we are reminded that Love Incarnate came for us. The Apostle John reminds us that, “This is love: not that … Read More
The third week of Advent is the week of joy. But, for many, the holidays bring up many feelings, but joy is not one of them. Stress, financial pressure, hurry, strained family relationships, and unmet expectations can choke the joy … Read More
When I am having friends or family over for a visit, I get excited and prepare. I think about what I’m going to make for dinner. I imagine how I want the table to look. I make sure the house … Read More
I didn’t grow up celebrating Advent. When I was little we put up a tree, got presents, and had a Christmas Eve service. It seemed to me that most grown-ups were stressed over Christmas and thankful when it was all … Read More
Early this morning my dear father-in-law, Don Harling, passed into the arms of Jesus. I loved him dearly. He was so very precious to me. I am so very thankful he is pain-free even though I will miss him. Toward … Read More
“They celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of your righteousness.”Psalm 145:7 This past weekend, I went to a birthday party for two of my precious little granddaughters. It was a sweet time of all things pink and purple! Ah, it … Read More
Do you find yourself longing for more strength? I think we all do at times. The problems we face in our everyday life burden us and leave us feeling weary. Monie Motis was a missionary woman who served countries like … Read More
I have been slowly…very slowly…reading through the Gospel of Luke in my daily time with Jesus. Though Christmas is two months away, I find myself luxuriating in the story of Jesus’ birth. Tucked in the second chapter of Luke is … Read More
This past week, Steve and I took a day to chill, walk, talk, and just reflect. We spent some time remembering the great seasons of ministry we’ve had and we reflected on the great season of ministry we’re in. Often … Read More
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to review some great books on heaven for an article I wrote. All of that got me thinking about the joy we will experience in heaven. At times it’s difficult to wrap … Read More
