Followed by Mercy
In a matter of minutes I was presented with two scenarios, I am either a poor example of protection and security over my children, or a rich one.
Category: Friends
What Am I Exalting?
The wicked strut about on every side
When vileness is exalted among the sons of men. Psalm 12:8 NASB
When I read that verse this morning, the first thought I had was of conflicts we are hearing about around the world. Obama, Kerry, Putin, Syria……
My Everything
I see so many quotes, articles, messages, letters, all sorts of wordy ways to say how important someone is to someone else.
I understand it’s important to communicate these things. I understand how heartfelt and sincere everyone is.
I can’t jo…
Helper, the Friendly Lion
Summer break is officially over. Friday was the first day for of school for our boys. It was a big day, a big weekend and a big joy.
My fun loving, social boy, Aron, has been ready for school for months and months. He’s been chomping at the bit to…
The Big Red Sweater and The Mind of Christ
Years ago, I walked into a room at church and as I approached a friend, I noticed how nice she looked. Her golden hair looked silky smooth, her blue eyes were shining and her fair skin looked amazing. Her red sweater seemed to set it all off for her.
Tiptoe Through
My friend Heather is a remarkable talent. Her eye for peaceful colors, environments and vignettes is very, very keen. She recently posted a photo on facebook of a small table display that included a tall glass vase with dirt in the bottom and white tu…
The Reasons
Eric spoke of the trial of inconvenience and the faltering steps of ministry. “…something comes up and all you want to do is go home and have a cheeseburger or go to a Target and pick up dental floss without having to factor in a six hour drive in both…
Steadying the Ark
I’ve been listening to a sermon from last weekend about order.
It’s a revelation to me.
I’ve always believed that God is a God of order. This sermon laid it out in front of me in perfect timing. I was struggling. Struggling to believe I could…
Blessed
Just thought I’d share a little story about prayer answered and God’s abundant but practical grace.
Tuesday morning I was barely on time as we headed out the door for school, only to find that my van wouldn’t start. It made the clicking sound of a d…
Weapon Revealed
“Why do you wear clothes like that?”
“You don’t live where we live, so you can’t play with us.”
“You’re not very pretty.”
“You’re so fat.”
Stinging words from children. A friend posted on facebook yesterday that a child had used words like…