“Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” (Hebrews 11:1) Helen Keller was born in 1880, the daughter of a Confederate Army officer, and a
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This Is Love — When Jesus Whispers
The Holy Spirit proves the world to be in the wrong about sin, righteousness, and judgment, for Jesus is the source of all love and love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the
Read moreMissing the Boat
I can remember the exact moment I decided to ditch my trimaran. We were motoring down the channel to Whittaker Creek after a turbulent passage back from Beaufort. My friend Tina lay basking in the
Read moreA Call to Care
Even before he received the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, my Dad uncharacteristically began to display a rollercoaster of emotions. Every day with him became an adventure. Many early mornings he feverishly focused on leaving for
Read moreAutumn’s Way
“Autumn, you blush my heart with a beauty that travels through my dreams year-round.” Angie Weiland-Crosby More beautiful I’ve heard fantastic stories and seen her color change. With each passing year, she grows more beautiful.
Read moreLesson of the Leaves
He will never leave you nor forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6b). We’d waited… and waited. Then, just like that–the pop of western North Carolina color. Suddenly, the mountains were awash in watercolor beauty. We walked, talking
Read moreWhen Joy Seems Unattainable
Joy can be hard to find. Do you compare yourself to your friend who seems happy all the time? Have you asked, “Why am I not happy?! I’m a Christian! Where’s the joy?” Well, my
Read moreWhen Idalia Came to Town
Madison, Florida is a small dot on the map. Four stoplights. Around 20,000 in our whole county. We aren’t anything fancy but we are the perfect picture of small-town America. We still cover our hearts
Read moreFaith Over Fear
Fear over faith or faith over fear? You choose. Fear says: Life changes. Change hurts. I’ll stay where I am. God says: Chance change. Grow through pain. I’m with you all the way.
Read moreHow Hope Can Change Your Life
It might sound silly to say hope can change your life, but without it, what do we have? My Dad and I visit our favorite Mexican restaurant several times a month, always with a heart
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