God’s Most Beautiful Creation

God’s Most Beautiful Creation

Over the past couple of months, I have had the privilege of traveling a little for our church’s ministry, my church consulting ministry, and to visit our wonderful grandchildren. Each time I’ve trekked across our state or beyond, I am amazed at the beauty of nature....
Fill Your Bucket This Summer

Fill Your Bucket This Summer

Going to the beach used to be a regular source of joy for my family when my children were younger.  We would search for seashells, set up a tent (and pray that the wind did not take it away), play, rest, and fill buckets with sand and water – over and over.  It was...
The Fall: An Offense to Reason

The Fall: An Offense to Reason

A doctor friend developed prostate cancer. I texted him, “Praying for your surgery tomorrow—for great success!” My friend responded, “Thank you. I’d be lying if I didn’t admit to being pretty fatalistic and despondent right now. I’m having a really hard time...
A Psalm of Hope and Recovery

A Psalm of Hope and Recovery

A Psalm of Hope and Recovery Oh, my soul was once lost in darkness deep, Bound and enslaved in addiction’s grip; in a pit so steep I had to look up to see bottom. But, thanks be to God, now, each day, I rise with newfound might, ready to walk in recovery’s light. I am...
The Greatest?

The Greatest?

to serve is to love Ever dreamt of greatness? Making your mark? Creating something that will benefit future generations? There are a ton of people working to leave their mark on the world—influencers of all kinds. And a vision with goals is good. But what will make...