Lives That Flourish
Life brings its ups and downs, thankfully with more ups than downs. Even the most routine days can bring its challenges, some which are just normal to living. Yesterday an online friend and I exchanged prayer needs. God had placed her on my mind and I reached out to...
After the Battle
"These are the names of David's mightiest warriors." (2 Samuel 23:8, NLT) I read the above verse a little over a week ago. It was one of those seemingly small details that stood out to me one morning. I returned to read it several times as it kept pushing at me,...
Summer Is Near
The reminder came with the field day details. It also brought the reminder that the school year is winding down here. It seemed like the right day to pull out and edit an older post for all my mom friends. Dear Weary Mom – I know you can do it. The end is in sight....
A Family Shaped by Grace
The phone conversation had been sweet, a tender expression of love and concern. Towards the end of the call, she made a simple statement, "I love your family. I am not sure how you did it, but they grew up beautifully." And I replied, "We don't know how it happened...
Great & Few
He said to his disciples, "The harvest is great, but the workers are few, So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields." (Matthew 9:37-38, NLT) I wonder how many seekers of God are ignored by church members? How...
Visit
The Five Minute Friday prompt this week is … Visit. Next week Five Minute Friday will have a new home. Be sure to go check it out HERE. Visit - to receive or go to spend time with a person. The purpose can be to provide comfort, encouragement, or for no reason other...