I am encouraged and blessed when I study the lives of men and women who believed God in the midst of impossible situations. The Bible and the history books are filled with pristine examples to strengthen our faith. If we are wise we learn from their godly character. For instance, in 1820 a young woman was born to God-fearing parents on a Maryland plantation named Harriet [...]
Once again I am reflecting on the past year. Another year, another opportunity to leave a godly legacy, another year to expand the kingdom of God, another year to pray and intercede for others, another year to help someone in need. In addition, I refuse to allow offenses, hurts or slights and choose to keep my focus on the goodness of the Lord. I learned a [...]
This morning I was reflecting that the world I grew up in has ceased to exist. I have always laughed and said I am "vintage" due to my age and beliefs. Perhaps it is time to embrace some of the old fashioned ways. For instance, I believe we need to honor our parents. We honor them by spending quality time with them and helping to make [...]
Recently, I sensed the Lord would have me minister on this topic. Every decision we make today will impact those around us either in a negative or positive way. Our families and friends need us to take charge of our lives. You see, there is an inexcusable shortage of days for any person. The book of James describes our lives as the grass of the field, [...]
Yesterday, after church we had our annual cake auction. The youth and children bake goodies to help pay their way to our Christian camp with the aid of their parents and grandparents. My husband gives me a budget and I love to bid in order to be a blessing to our children. I learned to give to others by the example of my mother. After she [...]
For those of us who take great delight in making things happen, and are involved in doing things, one passage in the New Testament can be a little troubling. The Apostle Paul gave instructions to the early church on how to be strong in the Lord. He outlined the armor we need to clothe ourselves and then in the middle of his instruction, he added this [...]
This week our church is celebrating our thirty-fourth anniversary. Through the years we have experienced the faithfulness of God during the best of times, small progress, difficult situations and times of grief and sadness. When we began this journey of faith Bob and I had one mission - to establish a body of believers with a world consciousness and a place of prayer. Our first location [...]
Once again this weekend my thoughts were on the run for the roses, or the Kentucky Derby. I grew up in the bluegrass state and love to see the majesty and strength of these horses. This year another big red horse with a blaze face named Justify was the leader of the pack. It seemed he delighted in the mud, driving rain and misery of the [...]
As a Christian it is not always easy to identify the most important things in our lives and remain focused. There is a delicate balance with our families, church, jobs, relationships and personal desires. However, I believe we have something our Heavenly Father has called us to do while on this earth. We each have a "main thing" entrusted to us. This is the thing we [...]
I returned home from California Wednesday night and today was "catch up." Many years ago I determined I would focus my life on seeking the heart of the Lord for my daily activities. When I recovered from a serious sickness in 2001, my focus changed. One adjective could have described me before then ~ busy! However, I am not busy anymore! You see, my focus is [...]
