For six years—except when the battery died—she had cranked…but not now. During a cold snap in December, I noticed the key proved difficult to slide in and out of the ignition of my old Ford
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For six years—except when the battery died—she had cranked…but not now. During a cold snap in December, I noticed the key proved difficult to slide in and out of the ignition of my old Ford
Read moreI was mad and felt used. A kid was stealing MY mangoes from MY tree. This happens regularly, but this time differed. The child was lightning-quick and was dressed in black—almost imp-like. As I worked
Read moreIs your heart unsettled, longing for the safest place? It took me two planes and an Uber ride, but I discovered the Truths that led me into the safety of God’s will and into true joy and rest in Him through worship.
Read moreWhen the cool evening breezes were blowing, the man and his wife heard the Lord God walking about in the garden. So they hid from the Lord God among the trees. Genesis 3:8 NLT Finally, I had reached the age
Read moreGod can be trusted even when we don’t understand His plan. When your husband unexpectedly loses his job. When the doctor’s report negatively surprises you. When the election results aren’t what you hoped. When your
Read moreGod provided in an unusual way. The summer following college graduation, while preparing for seminary, I worked as children’s minister. God would challenge me in the coming years to learn to trust Him financially step
Read moreThe second is equally important: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Mark 12:31 NLT The note clung tightly to the storm door, held there by a piece of strong tape used by the delivery person. The
Read moreHer sister, Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. Luke 10:39 NLT Of all the stores my grandfather delivered ice cream to, one held a special place in my heart—even as
Read moreBut now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. Ephesians 2:1 NKJV The earth shook as the giant called Goliath stepped onto the battle
Read moreIn his famous devotional booklet My Utmost for His Highest, author Oswald Chambers tells us when it’s okay to criticize: NEVER. Ouch! I yield far too often to this habit, mostly in my thoughts. But Mr. Chamber’s words encourage
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