Who Me?
I’m just one person. I don’t have any skills or special abilities. Who would listen to my ideas? I could never lead others. Doesn’t God have more qualified people He could tap for the job? When you think about being … More
My One Word For 2021
This type of post is typically something I would share in January. Standing on the precipice of a new year with hope and anticipation, I would share the word God had given me along with the aspirations that word brought. … More
We All Have Purpose
“I wish I could be more like you.” My friend’s comment took me off guard. “What do you mean?” “You’re so…good. You do all this stuff for others. You are constantly giving your time and effort. I just wish I … More
Never Waste the Waiting – Pray
For more than five years, I’ve led the benevolence ministry of our church. There are many parts to that ministry, but today I want to focus on our food pantry. I’ve often said it’s like a global mission field with … More
Deception
She came into my office crying and broken. A lonely single woman in her 70’s, she had been scammed by someone she met online. He had befriended her, spoke sweetly and lovingly to her, then asked for her help. You’ve … More
Miracles
Yesterday I celebrated two years. It’s a celebration that brings overwhelming joy and just a touch of sadness. Sadness because it’s not a celebration I ever wanted to participate in. Joy because I’m here to celebrate. Two years ago yesterday, … More
Calling All Cars
I John 3:17 If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Ten years ago, I had an encounter with … More
What a Difference a Year (or 10) Makes
I’ve seen it all over Facebook. People sharing their year in review, their decade in review, their one word for the year. I’m sure you’ve seen it too. At first, I thought, “I’m not going to jump on the bandwagon. … More
Double-minded
Eight months ago, I was challenged to read each chapter of John three times. The first time was just to read the content. The second was with the question “What does Jesus want me to learn?” in mind. The … More
Beautiful Failure
Sometimes what appears to be our biggest failure leads to exciting opportunities and surprising results.
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