I work in a hospital and one of the things I encounter frequently is people with wounds. We have a special team that does wound care. They attend to deep wounds and infections that people come in with. Many times the wounds get infections in them and not only require physical tending to with cleaning,... Continue Reading →
We often say a lot of words, that carry little value because we do not actually put action behind our Words. Our actions tell if what we say is true. When I say "You are my God" to the Lord and then put other things before Him or let other things guide my decisions, that... Continue Reading →
There is a safety that comes from trusting in the Lord. A safety that is not easily shaken. Knowing that not only can He protect you, but knowing that He will protect you - there is safety there. Despite having been in some dangerous situations, I have never feared for my personal safety when with... Continue Reading →
The book of Luke (Luke 1:5-25) begins with a story that I can relate to about double-mindedness. It is the story of a Jewish priest Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth and their quest for a baby in their old age. From the story, it is apparent they had been praying to God for a child. One... Continue Reading →
I went to school to be a social worker, in hindsight I might have went to school to be a Christian counselor had I been steered that direction, but I don't regret the decision. The great thing about being a social worker is that there are so many options. The best thing about being a... Continue Reading →
When I was twenty, I lost my father to cancer. I was distraught after his death because I had been praying for his healing. I hadn't allowed myself to process his illness because I believed that God would heal my dad. That was about the time of the faith movement "Believe and receive" that is what... Continue Reading →
I love the fall. The next two weeks are suppose to be the peak season in our region for the foliage to come alive with the vibrant red, yellows and oranges. The trees' leaves are slowly starting to change. I am waiting with great anticipation for the weather to cooperate for a long motorcycle ride... Continue Reading →
A friend recently told me that I needed a "safe person" in my life, someone I would feel comfortable talking with openly about anything. In the natural, I know that this is true. The truth is I do have and always have had that place of safety in my life. Trust comes hard when you... Continue Reading →
The story of Daniel in Daniel 6 tells of a young captive in Babylon that had been appointed as one of three administrators over satraps for King Darius. Daniel's walk with God won him favor with the king, but Daniel also gained enemies among his peers and subordinates. Daniel's peers became jealous because the king planned... Continue Reading →
Yesterday during my workout, things were changed up as the place we normally work out was being used for a swim meet. Instead we met in the lazy river; it was anything but lazy! The resistance of the water added to the workout. We went with the current, against the current, and backwards in addition... Continue Reading →
