My friend Mary, the one in whom I cast out demons, stood outside my tomb, crying. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb and saw two angels in white, seated where
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Category: Culture
Jesus Hiding In My Work
Early in the morning, I stand on the shore of Tiberias. In the towns and villages around this lake I turned water into wine, healed the son of a Roman centurion, helped my disciples catch
Read moreThe Mystery of Fireflies and Faithful Friends
Fireflies and faithful friends? Don’t you love them? We watch and wait for them every summer. For me, fireflies and friends go together like barbeques, campfires, and boat rides around winding lakes that never seem
Read moreI Am Your Provision
When you are worried and upset, remember only a few things are necessary. I am your provision, peace, and contentment. Your circumstances may change, but I am the same today, tomorrow, and forever. When in
Read moreBE Alert – Stand Firm During Adversity
The people of this world are more clever in dealing with their own kind than are the people of the light. The worldly use wealth to gain friends so that in times of trouble, they
Read moreThey Crucified Christ In The Flesh – They Will Seek To Crucify His Spiritual Body, Too
This summer the governor of California banned religious gatherings of more than fifty people within church buildings. In-home small groups were also banned. Twice this summer the Supreme Court ruled that local, state, and federal governments
Read moreFearless and Free
Afraid, or fearless and free? Unexpected circumstances, including the Coronavirus resurgence in our state, clouded my thoughts. Photos and social media stories of recent Fourth of July celebrations dared to disappear like the arrows my
Read moreFinding Wisdom and Strength in the Love of the Father
Wisdom, strength, and what? It’s hard to believe the mid-point of 2020 is fast approaching. Without a doubt, people from all walks of life will one day say this was one of those historical years
Read moresurviving or thriving on a socially distant mother’s day
A socially distant Mother’s Day? While on a recent video meeting, I found myself reminiscing with one of my sons about the Mother’s Day gardens we sowed, games we played, and the stories we shared.
Read moreDon’t Just Go in Peace
Our theme for this month is “Peace.” How appropriate is that in the midst of this turmoil? It’s hard to find peace when you’re stuck in your house with kids in school who are expecting
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