Christmas is upon us. The next 23 days will spin by in a flurry of activity and render us exhausted and 7 pounds heavier. What a bleak, dismal thought. Is that all there is to this holiday season? Yes, if that’s what we are out to celebrate. . . a…
Read moreA few months ago I was perusing the clearance section of Cracker Barrel’s Gift Shop when I came across a necklace with a message that spoke to me as a special love note from God. Jim had just received his notice from his employer that since he could no longer…
Read moreMark 11:24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. NIV I have been walking with the Lord since I was 5. Throughout these many (many!) years, I have studied prayer, practiced prayer, and yes(!),…
Read more“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:32 (NLT) “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.” John 10:10 (NLT) I had never looked at these scriptures in reference…
Read moreJairus was one of the rulers of the synagogue and he came begging for Jesus to come to his home to heal his daughter. Jesus did not come right away, he continued to minister and heal others. Then word came from Jairus home that there was no need to trouble…
Read more