“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16 ESV). This powerful proclamation speaks of our Father’s love,
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Glimpses From Heaven
“BB, you know the people who have died and are already in heaven? Can they see us here on earth and can they answer our prayers?” The question came from my seven-year-old granddaughter during a
Read moreOne Day, Dear Dee Dee
“And now, dear brothers and sisters, we want you to know what will happen to the believers who have died so you will not grieve like people who have no hope” (I Thessalonians 4:13 NLT).
Read moreA Place Where Peace and Sorrow Meet
The Day My Dad Met Johnny Cash
“Faith of our fathers, living still. In spite of dungeons ….” I’d heard enough. I excused myself from disturbing the people in the pew next to me and headed for the lobby before my tears
Read moreBeginnings and Endings, Actions and States of Being
Beginnings. We all have them. The beginning of the day. The beginning of a job. The beginning of a book … a game … a project. Endings. We all have them. The ending of a
Read moreA Homecoming to Remember
“I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. I will consider all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds” (Psalm 77:11-12 NIV). “Who lives here?” “We do,”
Read moreThe Best Meal of the Year
If you long for springtime as winter begins, enjoy my description of the best meal of the year. When asked, “What’s your favorite family meal,” typical responses include Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mother’s or Father’s Day, or
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Before I Met Him As a youth, I carried a heavy burden. Guilt clung to me like a ball and chain. The church I attended did not offer a remedy. I struggled with temptations that
Read moreLittle Armored One
“Your armadillo basket sold first,” I said as my husband added another item to our yard sale. My gloating didn’t help my husband’s pained expression. He looked as if I’d sold a family pet.
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