There is a tangible restlessness inside. A flitter-flutter of wanna be activity. My eyes rest on a stack of magazines I’m too tired to read. The flowers need… Continue
Dusty Bibles
I used to watch my grandmother read her Bible at night. Perched on the side of her bed, head and body bent low, the small antique lamp would cast shadows… Continue
Kitchen Sink Truth
I poured hot soapy water into the pan, scrubbing away the remnants of last night’s dinner. Swirling sponge on metal, I continued the internal dialogue with my Father. This dialogue… Continue
Panic Attacks
I need reminders of His sovereignty today. Maybe you do too? I woke up with my heart racing. I take deep breaths and ask Him to settle me… Continue
The No and Not Yet
There will come a time in the life of every believer when a prayer will go unanswered. Maybe “times” and “prayers” plural, meaning more than one. We will… Continue
The Older Brother
From the time we are children we are taught, good behavior leads to good things. Good things such as gold stars, certificates, trophies, even cash are sure to… Continue
Devotional-Writing
Taking the last table available, I planted myself in a chair at my local Starbucks. After retrieving my nonfat (but sugar-laden let’s be honest) latte, I pulled out… Continue
Just say Jesus
There is a part of my heart that longs to write…I can only compare it to a craving for my beloved sweets. There are times where I feel… Continue
Good Friday?
I’ve often wondered why “Good Friday” is named as such. “Good” seems so inappropriate doesn’t it? How could we refer to the day our Savior was nailed to… Continue
The Grace-Gift
Grace. Any Christ follower can tell you about grace. I grew up on a pew in my grandfather’s church and even as a little girl, could spout the… Continue