I remember as my children were smaller I would tuck them into bed and lay beside them and sing. One song I sang had the words, “Why didn’t we recognize the Son of God was here today? Didn’t our hearts burn as He talked along the way? Shouldn’t we have…
Read moreI thought in my heart… Ecc. 3:17 Our hearts have thoughts. Have you ever considered this? The very center of our being, our emotions, and the place where love and compassion reside…that place has thoughts. It is a place for the tender things, the protected things; our hopes, dreams, and…
Read moreI prayed and doubted in equal parts. They cancel each other out and leave me here, still here, under the weight of difficult circumstances. And God has me right where he wants me. Not defeated. Not discouraged. Not stagnant, alone, or despondent. But surrendered. A girl can easily tire of both…
Read moreMy son loves kudzu! Every time we would drive down the road when he was a child he would see it and say, “Oh, that is so pretty! I wish we had some in our yard.” I will have to admit, when it is green it is pretty and makes…
Read more“I can do all things – through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 How many times have you read this verse? I’ve read it many times. It’s etched in the leather that covers my Bible. I’ve reminded myself of it over and over again, and have often even…
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