I loved Queen Elizabeth. She had been a part of my life since I was a small child. She was only a few years older than I and had been held up to me (by my Scottish aunt) as a…
A Sad Farewell
Tag: forgiveness
In the Love of God
When chronic illness came into my life at the beginning of this year, initially I was tempted to ask “Why?”, but as days turned into weeks, and weeks into months with my health worsening and as the things I could…
Avoid Foolish Controversies
Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. For we ourselves were…
A Simple Gospel ~ A Letter to an Inquiring Friend
As a small child I believed in God. I didn’t know much about Him, but I certainly believed He existed as a kind grandfatherly figure, somewhere up in the sky, and that somehow He watched over me. As a little…
Who Trusts in the Lord ~ Part II
I have proclaimed the good news of righteousness In the great assembly; Indeed, I do not restrain my lips, O Lord, You Yourself know. I have not hidden Your righteousness within my heart; I have declared Your faithfulness and Your salvation; I…