Not ‘Self-Actualization’ But ‘Heaven’s Realization’
A few days later, when Jesus again entered Capernaum, the people heard that he had come home.2 They gathered in such large numbers that there was no room left, not even outside the door, and he preached the word to them. 3 Some men came, bringing to…
Delivered by Daffodils
[“Is it okay to still have children?” Ocasio-Cortez asks. Blythe Pepino — lead singer of the British band “Vaults” and outspoken polyamorist (It’s a thing. Look it up!) — believes no and thus, is moved to action — bringing to life “Birth Strike,” an organization that…
Our Prayer for Jacob
On Wednesday, March 6th, we celebrated our son Jacob’s 19th “Happy ‘Gotcha’ Day” — a day we celebrate much like a birthday, because it’s the day he officially joined our family through the miracle of adoption. As with marriage, someone who is licensed to officiate…
Let Your Light Shine
“You are the light of the world…. let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven” (Matt. 5:14-16 — Holman Bible). When I taught Christian education some years ago, I was affectionately…
MEPS — More Extraordinary Plans, Son
‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ says the LORD, ‘plans to prosper and not harm you, to give you a hope and a future’ (Jer. 29:11). This morning, without any real fanfare or hype, I–though terribly under-dressed in pjs worn for the…
Love Like His
Posted first on FB in 2014–but worthy to repost here. Not because the words are eloquent but rather, because His love was–and still is–lavish. So blessed… *************************************************** A couple “pre-Valentine’s Day” days ago, Allie asked a simple request. “Momma, I want to paint your fingernails.”…
Discovering Joy in the ‘Desiring’ Journey
Take delight in the LORD, and He will give you your heart’s desires (Ps. 37:4). I once thought Ps. 37:4 meant that all my “Gimme, gimme, God…” prayers would be answered. Gimme a new bike! Gimme that person as a friend! Gimme a good grade!…
You Were Made For Me
On our Ian’s 21st birthday, I’ll share the poem I wrote for him when he was just a baby. We remain eternally grateful for his birth mom, my dear friend, Cindy — who made a selfless choice when she chose to give her unborn baby…
Being the Answer
Now you are the Body of Christ, and members individually (I Cor. 12:27). Our recent trip to New York City to celebrate my husband Bill’s 50th birthday was nearly perfect. We ate great food; visited art museums and galleries; enjoyed the festivities of the Big Apple…
Be the Answer
And let us not grow weary of doing good… (Gal. 6:9a). “Would you happen to know where the water chestnuts are?” A man’s voice startled me as I fully focused on a shelf of cereal. I turned to see an elderly man bent slightly as he stood…