“Sing to God, sing in praise of his name, extol him who rides on the clouds; rejoice before him–his name is the LORD. “Psalm 68:4 Did you know that “rejoice” occurs at least 131 times in the Bible? With the snow finally melting away (our last snow storm was 6…
Read moreI start my morning with a steaming tcup of coffee, cradling my hands around the warmth of the cup, inhaling the pungent aroma. After I make it to work, I usually make another cup of coffee in the Keurig machine. I teach, sip a Diet Coke for lunch, teach some…
Read moreEarly in the morning, I turn to God’s word, looking for His wisdom and listening for His voice. But when the chaos of the day surrounds me, I get caught up in my busyness and don’t often notice God’s whispers along the way. Lately, though, I’ve been asking God to…
Read moreI’ve just returned from the store, bags full of chocolates, boxes of cards, sweet trinkets and loads of sugar. I’m baking sugar heart cookies and sprinkling rose petals around the house while I think of those I love. Most of the gifts in my bag will go to my children.…
Read moreI look at my peaceful Christmas village lit up with carolers on the steps of the quaint little steepled church, show sparkling on the tops of each quiet home. If you took a drive through my village, you might imagine that it is just as quiet and peaceful, the 50’s…
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