Category Archives: CHRISTIAN LIFE AND THE WORD

It’s back to school time … at least in the United States.  Although reconvening classes while it’s still the summer makes no sense to me, the buses are indeed rolling through the neighborhood this week. Being homeschooled, Leia (who is my … Continue reading →

I was scrolling through social media yesterday and happened across a post.  A nice warm sentiment about taking care of yourself… The idea, I suppose, is that if you pay attention to your needs first, you’re better able to take care … Continue reading →

Probably one of the most difficult commands we get from God is that dreaded four letter word… W. A. I. T. If you’re like me, you know it’s easy to make a plan, map it out and quickly want to … Continue reading →

I was reading something recently that drew my attention to the book of Ecclesiastes. This eleven-chapter writing of Solomon isn’t usually the go-to choice when you’re feeling the need for encouragement or inspiration. In fact, most of it reads like … Continue reading →

I sat at our kitchen table drinking a cup of tea this morning, and while assessing the status of the deck and backyard after an inordinate amount of rain this past weekend, I noticed two small brown thrashers hopping around. … Continue reading →

Where is God when I need Him the most?  Probably every believer has struggled with that question at one time or the other. Disappointments and discouragement come in all shapes and sizes and sometimes linger for a very long time.  So, … Continue reading →

Lemonade! I have loved the sweet tartness of a tall glass of that fresh squeezed summer delight since I was a kid watching my mom juice lemons the old-fashioned way. Maybe that’s why I was so excited to learn that … Continue reading →