“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. For those who lived in a land of deep shadows–light! Sunbursts of light!” Isaiah 9:2 (The Message) The Christmas season is often depicted with bright lights and shiny packages tied together with beautiful bows. Many of us strive to…
Read moreWhat will occupy your thoughts, drive your decisions, determine your schedule and dominate your days as we celebrate Christmas? The retailers remind us in various ways that “Jesus is the reason for the season,” but all too often, even though our desire is to celebrate the birth of our Savior,…
Read moreIt is probably never heard of, but this year I am not putting a Christmas tree up. Shocking I know! In fact, when I tell people I am not doing it this year, they are taken back and shoot me a snarly look like I’m anti-Christmas. On the contrary. it…
Read moreThanksgiving is almost upon us. Many of us will be busy in the days and hours leading up to our families gathering for a hearty meal. But then, afterwards, hopefully we will have time to relax and enjoy one another’s company — whether chatting around the table or cleaning up…
Read moreColossians 3:15: “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” It was around 2007 that I was invited to write in this online space. Here, I met a group of ladies all in different ages…
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