Different Kind of Woman

She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. Proverbs 31:25 A kind hearted woman gains honor. Proverbs 11:16 She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. Proverbs 31:26 Let all that you do be done in love. 1 Corinthians 16:14 God … Continue reading Different Kind of Woman →

Light in the Dark

I took this photo tonight after we suddenly found ourselves in complete darkness. Fairly quickly, we were able to get light from a cell phone, so that we could light this old, oil burning lamp. How in the world did we ever find a flashlight, candles, or matches without our ever present cell phones? As … Continue reading Light in the Dark →

Just Believe

What is your reaction when someone tells you not to be afraid? My first reaction is usually fear and lots of questions. When we were young, my brother and our friend convinced (or maybe I should say coerced) me to ride the new double loop Shock Wave roller coaster at Six Flags. I was filled … Continue reading Just Believe →

No Matter How Dark the Path

Fear of the unknown causes much distress in our lives. When things are out of our control, we often worry, feel stressed, and even become physically ill. Unfortunately life is not always as perfect as it appears on social media. People are hurting all around us. Those who are battered and bruised may show visible … Continue reading No Matter How Dark the Path →

The Cross Room

The young man was at the end of his rope. Seeing no way out, he dropped to his knees in prayer. “Lord, I can’t go on,” he said. “I have too heavy a cross to bear.”  The Lord replied, “My son, if you can’t bear its weight, just place your cross inside this room, then open that … Continue reading The Cross Room →