Why do we look for hope in a box? Electronics, jewelry, clothes — A smorgasbord of stuff — Stuff to set out, put on, or stow away. Stuff that represents Lasting love. Good enough. Better
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Category: Inspiration
A Season for Everything
Seasons Summer is here, and it is sweltering in SW Florida. We have the usual humidity, mosquitoes, no-see-ums a.k.a. sand fleas, and threats of daily thunderstorms. Air conditioners and ceiling fans hum. The season
Read moreMy First VBS
Key verse: When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12)
Read moreThe Quiet Blessings
It’s the quiet blessings. The ones done behind the scenes. Done from the most vulnerable, sincere place of love. Blessings that are discovered long after they are given. I met a blessing giver of this
Read moreHeaven’s Healthcare Plan: Full Coverage of Grace
Many of us know firsthand how quickly medical costs can add up. And when we are in this position, we hope and pray our healthcare coverage is adequate. Because we consider the deductibles, co-pays, out-of-pocket
Read moreMy To-Do Lists, Martha, and Why I Need to Choose Mary Instead
When I sold my business and retired, I enthusiastically contemplated tackling and actually finally accomplishing all my incomplete to-do lists. After all, I would have so much time on my hands, I could knock out
Read moreHis Favor Surrounds Me — New Good News Worship Song
New Good News worship songs about faith, favor, and grace — written to last a lifetime. What I Would Do Differently if I Re-recorded the Song? Change: No more living in desolation To: No more
Read moreFor Those Who Mourn
Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4 NIV The Beginning I met my wife initially at a church Bible study. Her name was Lou – short for Lourdes. She had
Read moreThe Chaplain and the Ring ~ The Mystery of Finding Deeper Faith in a Sea of Waves
You are not alone in all these mysteries … When all is lost. Have you ever had one of those days when you felt the life drain out of you and you were totally done?
Read moreLooking Beneath the Surface: Forgiveness and Grace in Women’s Ministry
“Your perception of me is often a reflection of you” (anonymous) Our perception of others is unalterably tied to our own past experiences and sometimes, our own biases. I recently learned this lesson in a
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