“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.” John 15:16 As Christmas approaches, the stores are filled with shoppers searching for those special gifts to give to…
The Perfect Gift
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Why Do Bad Things Happen and How Do I Respond?
I got some news a while ago that threw me off guard. I wasn’t expecting it. My first response was, “What can I do? How can I fix this?” Even after sleeping on it, I’m still a bit unclear. Yet…
Thy Will Be Done
I was still a young bride in January of 1956. Along with the rest of the world, my husband and I were shocked and horrified when we heard of the deaths of the five missionaries (Jim Elliot, Nate Saint, Ed…
A Grandma’s Revelations
I have taken a break from the fun task of making Christmas goodies; slow but syncopated music fills the air; thoughts of family stir in my heart. I am spending imaginary time with my grandchildren this morning; the music leads…
How To See God ~ The Beatitudes, Part 7a
I want to see God. Then again, want might be the wrong word. “Want” implies that I’ll be able to go on with life without the desire fulfilled, doesn’t it? I want a pumpkin spice latte, for instance, but will…