I see the goodness. The world seems so complicated right now. Natural disasters, political unrest, divisiveness, crime - the news media remind us daily - the world is a scary and volatile place. Maybe we’ve become skeptical, unsure of our belief in the goodness of people. Maybe we are fearful, holding out a … Continue reading I see the goodness
Harvey Imprints
Images imprinted on my mind forever: Volunteers bringing their boats to help with rescues - asked to write name, social security number and next of kin on their arms in case they are lost in their rescue attempts; A nursing home living area full of residents - one sitting in a recliner, submerged in water … Continue reading Harvey Imprints
Evidence Not Seen – a book review
Evidence Not Seen: A Woman’s Miraculous Faith in the Jungles of World War I A book review “More than ten years ago I began to write the story of my experiences during World War II for Bruce and Brian, my sons. I wished them to know, if ever difficult circumstances came into their lives, … Continue reading Evidence Not Seen – a book review
Feel the Wonderful
The whole earth is filled with awe at your wonders; where morning dawns, where evening fades, you call forth songs of joy. ~ Psalm 65:8 When did I stop noticing? What are the tiresome distractions that pull my gaze down, preventing my attention from being captivated by the wonders He puts on show day after day … Continue reading Feel the Wonderful
Beautifully . . .
Do you think of yourself as an artist? If not, you might reconsider. Made in the image of God, we are indeed, artists. Not of His capacity, of course. He created all original, astonishing things. Light. Armadillos. Wind. Kiwis (the bird and the fruit). Purple. Yet even within our human limitations, we are artistic. A … Continue reading Beautifully . . .
Praying in Color ~ a book review
Praying in Color by Sybil MacBeth brings simple art to prayer time. In this handbook-of-sorts MacBeth introduces the “art” of prayer time - everything from simple doodling (“improvisational drawing”) to complex images. MacBeth teaches pray-ers of every level how to use pen, paper and color to create daily prayer reminders. Her writing is casual and … Continue reading Praying in Color ~ a book review
Waiting
Waiting. We do it in the grocery store. We do it in the carpool line. We do it at the four-way stop. We wait in the morning, at noon, at night. We wait for the next step, the better life, the greater good. I’ve been thinking a lot about what I’m doing with all of … Continue reading Waiting
A Simple Note
Thank you so much for visiting my site! As I settle back into some writing after a short break, I’ve thought about ways I can connect with you. Would you like to receive a short weekly e-letter of encouragement? Currently, I am sending out a personal letter each week A Simple Note - to those … Continue reading A Simple Note
Our Mission Today . . . And Every Day
Our church recently adopted the slogan “Life is Mission!” I love this, because it speaks truth. If we follow Jesus’ example, our life should be missional every single day. What is it to live missionally? It’s really not that difficult. It’s simply this: sharing the love of Christ. Mission happens in our everyday coming and … Continue reading Our Mission Today . . . And Every Day
Enlarge Your Circle
Today I am blogging at the Lifeway Women 's site. Join me! http://blog.lifeway.com/womenallaccess/2017/02/09/hospitality-hints-enlarge-circle
