by Joanne | May 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
As I write this, it is early morning and the windows are opened. The rain is gently falling and the sweet sound of birds chirping is filling my ears. My soul is reminded to trust God in all things: “Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in...
by Joanne | Feb 26, 2019 | Encouragement
Our family enjoys going to Ikea even for just a day outing. It’s a great store with a huge layout. The entire route throughout the store is marked with arrows on the floor to get you through from start to finish. There was one time when I wanted to go back to...
by Joanne | Dec 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
It’s the fourth week of “It Could Only Be Jesus” and we are in the midst of the Christmas story now: We are blessed in believing. In Luke 1:39-45, we find Mary hurrying to the home of Elizabeth. Upon entering the home, Elizabeth, also pregnant,...
by Joanne | Aug 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
“You’re not “doing” anything; you’re simply calling out to God, trusting him to do it for you.” (Romans 10:10, MSG) “Strong arms lift you up into the seat. You hold on tight to the chains. Seconds later, two hands press firmly...
by Joanne | Jul 17, 2018 | Book Reviews
Life does not always make sense. But then, if you’ve walked this earth for a few years, or listened to the news, you already know this. Life happens to us all, on a daily basis, at times bringing the unexplainable and unwanted: health crisis divorce straying...
