In life there are stepping stones much like those meticulously placed in ponds and streams by landscape architects and gardeners. They bridge the gap between one piece of solid ground and another. Recently, I have found myself standing on shaky ground. Within a very short period of time, death has…
Read moreWe used to live in a fairly conservative community. In fact, the area in which we made our home is often referred to as the “Bible-Belt” of California. There seemed to be more Christians than not, and like-minded people were easy to find. But then, as so often happens, we…
Read moreThere is a certain clarity in our vision in the hours following a storm. Have you ever noticed? Yesterday, after several days of heavy rain, I woke up to a beautiful sunny day. As I opened the curtains and looked out the window, I was amazed to see the sun…
Read moreTwo thousand years ago, on a night lit brightly by a heavenly star, a young mother gave birth to a Holy Child. In a humble manger in Bethlehem Love entered the world in human form. Angels announced it, shepherds welcomed it and wise men celebrated it. The long anticipated arrival…
Read moreIn my walk with the Lord I have discovered an interesting truth. The more I trust Him and take a step of faith, the closer my relationship with Him becomes. Then, as my relationship deepens, trusting God becomes second nature. It is a cycle that is truly encouraging to me…
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