What brings you joy? In this third week of Advent, we continue counting down to Christmas with a spirit of Joy. His joy in us has the power to make our joy complete. Biblical joy is more than a happy feeling. For the psalmist knowing […]
A Recipe For Peace
I just started reading Tabitha Brown’s cookbook, Cooking From the Spirit. In this inspirational book, none of the recipes have to be followed as written; she gives a list of ingredients, but the final result? Well, honey, as Tab would say, “That’s your business!” As […]
Seven Ways to Hope
As we settle into the first week of Advent, I’ve noticed seven ways to hope in Him. I’ve used these words in reflecting, praying, and meditating. Each day, as I walk, I choose one and ponder its depth and significance. Types of Hope Confident. Romans […]
What Do You See?
“The question is not what are you looking at, the question is what do you see?” I posted this quote on social media the other day, and it is still at the forefront of my mind each time I go out to walk. This thought-provoking […]
Like A Child
For the past 238 days, I’ve been walking, taking pictures, and praying for my family. My children and grandchildren are heavy on my heart. The world seems chaotic; storms, wars, and tension abound. So today, like a child, I stopped when I saw a pile […]
A Winter Storm in Autumn
Last week, New Mexico had a winter storm in autumn. I’m grateful we live in the high desert. Here in Albuquerque, it was cold enough for snow but not cold enough to stick to the ground. The storm began brewing on Wednesday and ended on […]
Measure Twice, Cut Once
Measure twice, cut once is a real thing. Today I learned the hard way that I need to double-check the measurements before cutting. I was so eager to start insulating my shed’s walls that I used a ‘guestimate’ instead of an accurate measurement. Measure and […]
Tell What He’s Done
Tell what He’s done for you. We sang this song at the church I grew up in during our Sunday night Testimony Services. One of the older saints would start the chorus, and we’d all join in. Congregation members would get up and testify, and […]
Given Everything
While Jesus was in the Temple, he watched the rich people dropping their gifts in the collection box. Then a poor widow came by and dropped in two small coins. “I tell you the truth,” Jesus said, “this poor widow has given more than all […]
Nothing Is Wasted
After everyone was full, Jesus told his disciples, “Now gather the leftovers, so that nothing is wasted.” John 6:12 NLT A gathering of crumbs ushered my thoughts into a moment of decision. Nothing of life-or-death proportions, just a simple venture into the what-ifs and […]