A few weeks ago I had the privilege of speaking at our local homeschool graduation. As I prayed and prepared for my address, I thought of the graduation and commencement of Jesus. He had spent thirty years preparing for His life work. He had made…
Ten Years Ago In 2009 I asked God to help me to love Him with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength. I knew God would answer this prayer because it is according to His will. However I had no idea how He would answer…
Great Things He is Doing Recently I was singing praises to God as I was walking. I had just finished singing the Doxology, and then felt led to sing To God Be the Glory. To God be the glory, great things…
When I Am Tempted to be Discouraged It is obvious that the secular world chooses to place dispiriting news on the front page of the paper, I expect that. Sadly however, even Christian organizations that I admire, pray for, and support, also disseminate…
God Shows Up in the Garden In December I completed my annual journey through the scriptures for 2018 and jumped right into Genesis for 2019. It was like coming home and visiting an old friend. Even though I have read Genesis many times,…
An Eternal Perspective A few weeks ago, I was seeking God as I walked through my neighborhood. I had progressed through a blessed season of praise, giving thanks, and meditating on His character. Then I confessed my sins and believed in the blood…
Seeking and Finding, the Great Adventure Morning Walk A few weeks ago I was having my morning “walk with God.” Normally I begin by confessing sins while remembering God’s promise of forgiveness, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to…
Walking Last Friday I was in Washington DC as the Senate conducted hearings about the Supreme Court nominee. I was in the hotel lobby watching the disturbing proceedings and grieving. God reminded me that the real battle is not with politicians and the…
The clamor of the religious world seems to be go out and engage in activity. The gentle call of the Savior is to “come unto me and rest.” This summer God has been asking me to do easy things which He…
In the past few months, several dear friends of mine have experienced death and separation. I have grieved with parents who lost children and husbands who have lost wives. During difficult seasons like this I find myself reliving hard times I have known…