We are all acutely aware of the chaos, unrest, and instability of our world today. Terrorism seems to be increasing, persecution of Christians is escalating, climate change is creating devastation around the world. Individuals become … Read More
Garden Friends
This last weekend I had an opportunity to attend a convention where I heard Tiger McLuen speak about handling the storms of life. It was an excellent presentation with good biblical insights and practical application. … Read More
My Reflections on Synod 2015
As I look back over the last week at Synod, I realize that each day I sensed a unique blessing for that day. So as I review these daily reflections I would like to frame … Read More
Do You Understand
There is so much I don’t understand! I don’t understand how a few strips of delicious crispy bacon can turn into five pounds of ugly fat. I don’t understand why the closer you get to … Read More
What’s in a name
Don’t you just love it when you meet an acquaintance you haven’t seen in some time and they remember your name? Isn’t it a blessing to hear your name mentioned in prayer? There is something … Read More
Worthy is the Lamb
The longer I live the more I come to appreciate the spiritual practices of observing the seasons of advent, epiphany, and lent. They cause me to pause and meditate on different aspects of Christ’s life. … Read More
The Paschal Mystery
I love mysteries: mystery stories, mystery movies, even murder-mystery dinners. In the world inside my head I am a female Sherlock Holmes or an American Miss Marple. I like to imagine I am smart enough … Read More
Tale of Two Cats
I have two cats. That fact alone is enough to make some of you cringe and some of you go, “Aaahh.” But the fact of the matter is I do have two cats. I am … Read More
What is Depression?
At one time or another we all struggle with the “black dog” and we all know someone who is struggling. My prayer is that this video will increase our understanding of what depression is and … Read More