Revelation 12:9-11 (KJV) And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom... Continue Reading →
Nineteen years of marriage has taught me many things about love, relationships, myself, commitment, God, and communication, to name a few. Today my eyes were opened to another aspect that I had rarely considered. I was journaling out of John 15:4 (CJB) Stay united with me, as I will with you — for just as... Continue Reading →
The passage emphasizes that judgment begins with followers of Christ, raising questions about the fate of those who disobey God's message. The author reflects on personal judgment, accountability, and the seriousness of God’s evaluation. They express a desire for loved ones to experience transformation and surrender to God's will through prayer and example.
The passage from 1 Peter 4:15 emphasizes that suffering should not stem from wrongdoing like murder, theft, or meddling. The writer reflects on their past actions, acknowledging childhood theft and the need for repentance. They seek God's guidance to avoid evil behaviors and the fine line between helping and meddling.
I am a native of my community. I was born and raised in the same local place. Then so moved away and spent a little more than a decade out of state before finding my way back home. That also describes my relationship with God and church. I grew up in church, from the time... Continue Reading →
The hills of Santa Maria are teaming with rolling acres of farmland. Even in June, there were fields in different stages of harvest. It was far from what I expected, but as I listened to the stories from my aunt about the work that her family of origin did in the fields, it took on... Continue Reading →
Sometimes the most beautiful scenes are in the rearview mirror looking back on our lives. We have been driving most of the evening, leaving San Francisco and heading south towards Pismo Beach. We had hoped to reach the beach by sunset, but alas it was not meant to be today. Instead as we rounded the... Continue Reading →
We placed an offer on a house in March. It was an unexpected decision, but felt right. As I looked at the pictures of the house after we made the offer, I told my husband that the kitchen table we have didn't really go with the home. I have an old Nostalgia Oak Pedestal Dining... Continue Reading →
I am getting used to God speaking to me about my behavior when I think that I have been wronged personally. Maybe I am the only one who gets a righteous indignation about certain behaviors from others. That is where I have found myself today. Moving is taxing on any relationship, I'm told. My husband... Continue Reading →
Passage “As each one has received some spiritual gift, he should use it to serve others, like good managers of God’s many-sided grace —” 1 Peter 4:10 Restating scripture in my own words - it is up to us to be the manager of God’s grace given to us in the form of spiritual... Continue Reading →
