The LORD is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek you. (Psalm 9:9-10 ESV) I enjoy spy stories. My husband and I are currently watching…
Read moreLast Thursday was our last day of school. The bright sun has been giving us days with temperatures in the 90s and some 100s. I’ve also noticed how the days are getting longer. It definitely feels like summer is here! Each year when the coldness outside is replaced with warmth…
Read moreWhen the Apostle Paul was in a Roman prison, he wrote several letters. His prison was no Ritz Hotel, and he was chained to a Roman guard night and day. His freedom robbed, he nevertheless continued on his mission. He opens his letter to the Philippian church by thanking…
Read moreMy son came home from his coach’s pitch baseball game glowing with pride and excitement – “I hit a home run, Mom!” Of course, a home run at this age is any ball that goes far into the outfield and doesn’t get back to the pitcher very quickly because of…
Read moreI was in the middle of Rumors of Water and sifted through a haystack for old posts in a book club online. I was three months late. I laughed and cried through the comments, wishing I had been on time. When Deidra challenged her blogger-friends to join the conversation about women…
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