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 →
Searching. I spend a lot of time searching. I search for things I have lost or misplaced. I search for things because I can't remember something. I love to search for information and resources. I am the go to person for "Can you find...?" or "Do you know....?" I can get lost in the search of... 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 →
Perfect Peace. That is the only way I can explain the past ten months. I never thought that I would be able to deal with the death of my mother, let alone stand in peace at her side as she passed. My trust has been in God and God alone through this time. When my... Continue Reading →
Tucked away in the Old testament book of Judges are three chapters that share the highlight reels of a Israeli judge name Gideon. Gideon was from the smallest clan in Israel and when God called him, Gideon was threshing wheat in a winepress to hide his wheat from the Midianites who were ruling the land. Like many... 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 →
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 →
Restoring Voice 