Weighed Down

There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1 I was on my way to meet my friend.  As I topped the hill, I saw something in the road.  I slowed and squinted to take a better look.  It was a little turtle.  He was in the middle of … Continue reading Weighed Down →

Go Into the World with Love

And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.”  Mark 16:15 Empty nest I heard a bit of commotion on my front porch.  I peered out of the glass storm door.  On the bench, two little red headed house finches hopped about. They stretched their wings … Continue reading Go Into the World with Love →

Seriously, Where’s the Beef?

Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 I was determined to have hamburgers on the grill this weekend.  However, it was looking like that may not happen. This was my fourth grocery to check this morning.  … Continue reading Seriously, Where’s the Beef? →

There’s a Cuckoo in the Nest

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,  gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23 I went to water my hanging basket on the front porch.  It was looking very droopy.  I climbed up on the bench and saw the reason for the droopy … Continue reading There’s a Cuckoo in the Nest →

My Dog Has a Chipmunk Problem

I have begun limiting my exposure to Covid-19 reports, articles and news. Some would say this is not prudent. However, I disagree. I am not sticking my head in the sand, instead I am controlling what I expose myself to.

A Faith that Withstands the Threshing Floor

Is your declaration of trusting and serving the Savior just words? Or is your faith one that will withstand what we still have to face? These events have not changed our duties as Christians. We are to witness, lift up those in despair, help the needy and retain our faith and joy, no matter what may come. Now more than ever in your life, those around you need to witness a faith that withstands the threshing floor.

A Parade All My Own

We keep reading the same phase in news reports and articles, “These are unprecedented times.” These may be unprecedented times for the world, but this is no surprise to God. Allow him to carry you through this. Share your faith and hope in Jesus. Hold fast to your faith.

Keeping Your Head When Everyone's Losing Theirs

I was talking to my daughter one evening. She was reading articles offline and on Facebook. The stories were shocking about what lows people were stooping. As she read the headlines, I could hear her panic beginning to rise. "Mom, these people are nuts; they have lost their minds!" "Yes, I said, it appears they have. We are going to see a lot more stories about people doing despicable and irrational things. We need to remember that this is a small slice of society. Despite what you see and hear about, remain grounded and do not let this mania take over." I believe the real enemy in this "outbreak" is not the virus but rather the panic and fear that it has spawned. Over the next few weeks, you will see some extraordinary things. You will witness people reacting out of fear. Do not allow these stories or other's actions to draw your focus away from Jesus. Keep your head. Do not respond, but think and use the reason God has given you. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:5 During this time, remember to keep your focus on the cross. Do not allow yourself to get tangled up in the hype or panic.