A Long & Thoughtful Look
"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea. Drink the wild air's salubrity." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson It's the time of year when our family enjoys being outside in our yard. We sit out back on the patio to warm up in the sun's rays. On those days when the sun is too hot or too...
It’s All Him
These days of sunshine have brought us back outside to play and we're loving it. The past week has found us in the driveway shooting baskets. It was one of our favorite pastimes with our own children and our two granddaughters are beginning to find enjoyment in...
Let’s Remember This!
There are people who have a way of instantly putting you at ease. Their manner is to include everyone, their winning ways are welcoming, inviting, and exude love. The disciple John knew he was loved by Jesus, and often referred to himself as "the one Jesus loved" (see...
Grow Up
Jocelyn recently had a birthday. Over the course of the day, she would say to me, "Mimi, I so proud to be four!" With her cheeks smiling from ear to ear and her eyes glistening, I could see the joy turning four had brought to her heart. She informed me of certain...
Leap by Faith
"My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me." (John 10: 27, NLT) "If a person is ever going to do anything worthwhile, there will be times when he must risk everything by his leap in the dark. In the spiritual realm, Jesus Christ demands that you...
Strain to See
The question was posed to the group of us, "What promises of God are you standing on in prayer?" She asked because there were several who were discouraged. They had been praying the same prayer for the same need for a length of time. The psalmist knew what it felt...