Author: Tresa Walker

Like Jonah, I have spent a good bit of time in the belly of the whale. I understand what made Jonah run from God’s plan for his life, but I have also learned the joy of obedience. No experience compares to the time I spent running from God calling me to write, but many blessings have followed since I yielded to His will. In 2 Corinthians 12:9 God says, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” God doesn’t expect us to be perfect, just willing! My days are filled with spending as much time as possible with my family, teaching middle school, playing piano for worship services, teaching a ladies’ Bible study, writing devotionals, and making homemade cinnamon rolls when I have the energy.

Not in Vain

Let's be honest. There are days that just make us wonder if anything we are doing is making a difference. Whether it's at work, home, or even church, we just get weighed down by the day to day activities of life at times. You may find yourself wondering if you are making any kind of … Continue reading Not in Vain →

Joy Comes

What makes you happy? Many of us think if we just made more money or could win the lottery, we would be happy. For some, our happiness is based on relationships such as marriage or friendships. For others, happiness revolves around sports. And of course, if we can’t find happiness in other things, we tend … Continue reading Joy Comes →

Such a Time as This

Have you ever wondered about when and why things happen they way they do? Maybe in the big picture (God's picture), it is actually the perfect time and circumstances. Esther was told that she may have become queen just to save her people from a plan to have all Jews killed. She didn't just wind … Continue reading Such a Time as This →

Let This be My Story

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you - Deuteronomy 31:6. What if I were able to live out this verse through every circumstance of my life? To be strong and courageous because no … Continue reading Let This be My Story →

God’s Calling

One winter night my cat darted outside, refused to come back in, and ran from me even though a cold front was quickly dropping the temperature.  This morning I could hear her outside the window calling to me. As I got ready for work, she followed me from room to room and called to me … Continue reading God’s Calling →

Where Does My Help Come From

It is hot! Even in this heat, our grand kids - who are ages four, two, and one - want to play outside. Kids don't care about the temperature; they just want to have fun. Do you remember those hot summer days as a kid and settling in the shade to eat refreshing popsicles? When … Continue reading Where Does My Help Come From →

Get Up and Carry On

It is really embarrassing to fall in front of people.  Most of the time, we jump up hoping no one actually saw us bite the dust.  Several years ago, a student ran across the playground looking the opposite direction.  Before I even saw him coming, I was knocked to the ground.  My lunch was splattered … Continue reading Get Up and Carry On →

The Bond of Unity

Flag Day is one of those holidays that most of us probably know little about. It is not a day that people get off work, watch a parade, shoot fireworks, or have a cookout as with other patriotic holidays like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or Labor Day. It is actually not even an … Continue reading The Bond of Unity →

Facing the Giants

We may never face giants for battle as in the David and Goliath story in 1 Samuel, but there are often times when we must face daunting problems which are greater than the day to day difficulties. David can teach us a few things about how to effectively handle today’s giants. Regardless of the shape … Continue reading Facing the Giants →

Virtuous Woman

Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised. Proverbs 31:10, 30 I vividly remember hearing these scriptures read by the pastor at my Granny Bolin's funeral. I had heard them before and … Continue reading Virtuous Woman →