“If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but do not have love, I have become a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. And if I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but do not […]
1 John
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Let Him Love You
“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!” 1 John 3:1, NIV I’ve used a hand held mixer for almost 30 years. And it’s helped me mix some delicious batters for others to enjoy … plus me! I appreciated […]
Mortifying Moments & How to Avoid a Major One
We’ve all had them: mortifying moments. Recently as I stirred a huge pot of chili, I recalled one such moment in my life. I was a fairly new wife who covered every detail before company arrived—like cleaning the entire house and working on the meal. One particular day, we hosted my husband’s aunt, uncle, and cousin. I think […]
Drawing Near: Able to Forgive
Dear Readers, Holidays can bring out the best in us … and the worst. As we find ourselves enmeshed in all that Christmas involves, undoubtedly we’ll face relationship issues as well. Today’s prayer addresses this unfortunate reality and our need to forgive. It’s true: another person’s brokenness can unravel the fabric of our hearts. Tear us. […]
Drawing Near: As If You Sat Right Beside Me
Abba! Father! You caught me off guard. Like a wave that drenches me unexpectedly… Refreshingly Delightfully! You washed over me in a love so warm and personal… As if You sat right beside me, embracing me with a joyous smile stretched across Your holy face. And I’m still in awe. Thank You for Your love […]
Ministry Update: Blogging & Fundraising, Writing & Speaking
photo credit: bob.bachand via photopin cc Dear Readers, Oh, it’s so good to sit and picture your faces, which brings a smile to mine. I hope you’re enjoying the Lord this week and growing ever closer to Him. I love to imagine Him sitting right next to me as I read His Word and […]