Faith rising from the ashes
He cautiously walked across a field of rubble, carefully managing not to trip on downed rebar, wire, shards of glass, and broken stone. A...
The winds of change
What is better for our souls, country, and humankind: spreading criticism or compassion? Which of these would God choose? We know the correct answer,...
We begin anew
The last remnants of 2024 are packed away, except for a small Christmas ornament I found under my sofa. I am not sure how...
The finest flash of a day
This week, a delightful whirlwind of flurry, furry, and festivity swept through my world. Three dogs, four kids, and fifteen adults gathered on Christmas...
The gift for all
Boy, howdy, did we need the holidays! After November 5th, we required a much-needed break from politics. In the past few years, the news...
The magical Christmas train
We all hold dear those heartwarming, highlighted Christmas days. Whether it was the first bike from Santa, the joy of our grandparents' visit, or...
Finding the perfect joy
How often do we sing or hear the hymn "Joy to the World” during Christmas? This iconic song, often sung by a choir, carries...
Let there be peace on earth
Just wait, the cold air is coming….. finally! Thank goodness, because it seems odd to put up a Christmas tree in t-shirts and shorts....
The lesson of the hen and cow
How often did you hear your mother say, "Eat those peas and carrots on your plate! There are starving children who would give anything...
Those who look like me
When I was born in a small southern town after World War II, most people looked like me. The ones that didn't, such as...
God will see us through
Death, destruction, and terror accompany us during our lives. When we view the aftermath of hurricanes, fires, and wars, we often turn away and...
Loving America to death?
A few years ago, during a presidential election, a long-time friend and I were not on the same page regarding voting. She was adamant...