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
Valentine’s Day is a beautiful day to express your love to others. Not just to those in romantic relationships but to friends, neighbors, and coworkers. Valentine’s Day can stir up feelings of loss if you focus on what you don’t … Read More
Recently, two of my grandsons spent the night with me. One of them is 12 and one is 11. Sunday morning, I spent a long time praying for them, and by the time I came out of my office, they … Read More
Early this morning, I read through Psalm 136. It’s one of my favorites! Throughout the Psalm, the Psalmist writes the refrain, “His love endures forever.” As I have been mulling those words over in my mind, I think there are … Read More
One of my favorite names for Jesus is “Emmanuel” – God with us (Isaiah 7:14). I like to remind myself often that, no matter the stress or strain, God is with me! Ah, it’s profound. It describes the longing of … Read More
We are living in some of the most polarized times in history. Yet, at this particular moment in history, God has appointed you to be alive. His plan and purpose are that you advertise His love and wisdom to the … Read More
It’s been quite the week, hasn’t it? First, the most caustic presidential debate in our history! The President and several others in the White House being infected with COVID. The stock market falling. Fires raging in California so large that … Read More
I have a prayer journal that I keep for each of my grandkids. After all, I have 14 grandchildren and my prayers for each of them were too many to fit all in one journal! I often borrow prayers from … Read More
What Type of Culture Are you Creating? Our granddaughter, Selah just celebrated her 6th birthday. During Selah’s party, her friends and family affirmed her. Her brother said she was “sweet, fun, and precious.” Her cousins mentioned “kind” and “funny,” and … Read More
There are moments in my Christian walk when I feel intensely close to Jesus. I feel head over heals in love with Him. Then there are moments when I feel dry, like He’s distant—or maybe it’s me that’s distant. I … Read More
