This verse jumped out at me as I read through Mark 5 this week. I have been seeking more of God's presence, and here were crowds of people pleading with him to go away and leave them alone. It is easy to have a sense of righteous indignation when you can't possibly be in that situation. ... Continue Reading →
Growing up I was always fascinated by the houses with the big brick walls surrounding them. The idea of who might live in them, what kind of life they might live, and the mystery of what was really behind that tall wall that driving by or walking by I could not see over. Listening to... Continue Reading →
2014 was a year of letting go. At the beginning of the year, I set my focus on Letting Go. At the time I did not really understand what I would be doing, but Letting Go was what I felt God wanted me to focus on, however that might look. I began the year looking at my... Continue Reading →
Lately I have read several book that asked the question "What lie have you believed?" Most of the lies I have seen or thought have long been dispelled in my life. But reading Captivating by John and Stasi Eldridge, the answer was there in black in white. Starring up at me was the reality of... Continue Reading →
Tonight I got a glimpse of the love of God, so tangible and present that I know I am loved. I am here in the dimmed lights of the living room watching my two grand children sleep. My heart is so filled with love for them, it is overwhelming at times. Is there anything more... Continue Reading →
Mark 2:1-12 And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, not even near the door. And He preached the word to them. Then they came to Him, bringing a paralytic who was carried... Continue Reading →
I was an enemy Still You died for me Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. I was a sinner Still You forgave me Psalm 32:5 (NKJV) I acknowledged my sin to You, And my iniquity I have not hidden. I... Continue Reading →
This week in Life Kid's I was preparing to teach the kids about the friendship of Jonathan and David. I know the story. It is about their deep friendship, how Jonathan was Saul's son and they became best friends. How Jonathan helped David escape from death. And how when Jonathan died David mourned. David... Continue Reading →
Wow, 31 days, and this prompt from yesterday is my last to complete. I made it. This was a first for me. Matthew 20:16 So the last will be first, and the first last. For many are called, but few chosen. As a child I remember always wanting to be first. First in line, first... Continue Reading →
Holiday season is upon us. Visit any store and they are evidence of the time of year. As I thought about the prompt word and the upcoming holidays, I thought about how it relates to our Christian walk. Today is Halloween. Yes, that means I am writing a few days late, but better late than... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 