My heart has been preoccupied with thoughts of seeking God – of drawing near to Him and knowing He is with me. In the midst of a world that seems to have lost its center, I long for the One who never changes. In the midst of chaos, I long…
Read moreI’ve spent a lot of time in different kinds of boats. Bass boats. Ski boats. Canoes. Pirogues. Everything from paddle boats to cruise ships. These different boats vary in size, shape, color, and purpose, yet they all have one goal in common: To be in the water, but to keep…
Read moreI hate it when I can’t sleep at night. I toss and turn. I fluff my pillow. I kick the covers off, then pull them on. I get up and turn the fan on. I toss and turn some more. I get back up and turn the radio down. All…
Read more“So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.” Hebrews 10:35,36 (NIV) Three years ago Jim and I heeded the Lord’s leading…
Read moreIn an effort to get back in shape, my husband and I have been hiking several days a week. Besides the benefit to our health, we have found this to be a truly enjoyable experience. While walking the trails of Northern California, we have been praising God for the beautiful…
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