I sit enjoying Billy’s company on a wooden bench shaded from the hot Caribbean sun. He is eloquent. He is intelligent. His smile genuine. His joyful spirit contagious. He speaks excellent English with a beautiful
Read moreAuthor: Kim Harms
Love Proven On a Twisty Slide
A cute little story I wrote about my friend Marti and me was published in Guideposts a couple years ago. The photo shoot is actually more exciting than the story, so I’ll take you behind the scenes.
Read moreShattered Mugs and Choosing Truth and Love Over Emotions
I wouldn’t say I’m not a morning person, but when I wake up, I need a few minutes. I prefer my trip from the silence of sleep to the loudness of day to be a
Read moreThe Santa Dilemma ~ Keeping Jesus at the Center of Christmas
“Mom, is Santa real?” my curious six-year-old asked as I tucked him in and kissed his cheek. ‘Here we go,’ I thought. I took a deep breath and went the history route as I
Read moreAn Open Thank You Letter to John Piper
(Two times in my life, God has used the words of founder of Desiring God Ministries, John Piper, in a monumental way. I am so thankful for men and women of God who obey God’s
Read moreMilk Cartons, Tears and a Change of Seasons
Homemade cheesebread with marinara sauce. “Oh no, what if Lewis can’t open his milk carton?” Those were the first five words on the back-to-school lunch menu and that was the thought that ran through my
Read moreView From the Bleachers
“Why can’t you see what I can see!?!” There are days I’d like to try to knock some vision into my children. I’ve paid attention over the years. I think I have a pretty good
Read moreTrusting God Through the Tough Stuff
Last summer I read through the books of Isaiah and Jeremiah. I didn’t have a particular reason. I guess I just wanted to hang out with the major prophets. But God knew why I was reading some
Read moreHave a More Meaningful Marriage By Choosing Love Every Morning
“You two are like lovebirds.” It was a simple observation on the part of my then five-year-old, but to me it was a statement of affirmation from God through my little boy’s voice. One of
Read moreThe Blessing of Moving From Home to Home
I remember the day I realized I married a mover. I’m not talking about a guy who drives a big truck and makes his money relocating other people. Corey wanted to move me. Every two
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