Last week I was given a great task, to pick up my son-in-law from the Denver airport. On December 18th, 2020, he graduated with high honors from his training for the United States Navy. At first, I questioned why I had to do this, because my schedule is full these days, and I still have … Continue reading Balthasar, Casper, & Melchoir
When I meditate on the birth of Christ, so much come to mind. But even in these illuminated thoughts, my heart is still. What also comes to mind are questions focused on what Christmas means to the people who live in decorated houses of the season. The people who do not believe in Christ’s birth, … Continue reading Souls of Christmas
The story of Mary, the mother of Jesus is intriguing to many. Some are focused with much fascination, on a young girl who birth the Savior of the world. She gave birth with no physical intimacy, known of normalcy as the common way to bring children into the world. I say this fascination in itself, … Continue reading How Can This Be?
For the last few weeks, it’s been nice to sit back, watch, consider, and discern on all things in my life. The moments, people, and things common and familiar to me. It has also been liberating to know, my uniqueness is cherished and less exhausting than some of what I have witnessed. Age is such … Continue reading Quietly Home
Writing projects are plentiful these days. The aftermath of thought on paper is felt every morning when I wake up. My hands are stiff, and every finger hurt. Stretching and massaging them each morning helps me through another day. Until the next… Last evening, in closing my day, I sat down with a final cup … Continue reading Candlelight of Hope
Luke 14:15-24 I term the meaning of this four-part series on Luke 14 with the word great, based on the number of people invited to break bread with Jesus. The saying, the-more-the-merrier, stands out here, because it’s my humble thought that the more people present to the teachings of Jesus, the better the world becomes. … Continue reading Warm & Welcoming:The Great Supper P4
At an astonishing early age, I knew I would serve God. And, with all the detours, twist, and turns, I am in awe of what this service to Him continues to reveal. The love I have for Him, my family and friends are enormous! So much of it, for my friends, bottled up inside me … Continue reading Warm & Welcoming: The Great Supper P3
Luke 14:1-11 If you look closely at yourself, with every flaw you may think of yourself. If you really look in the mirror made from every material God has created, and acknowledge that He also made you to appreciate His creation! You! If you really look, come on, look harder, will you? There would never … Continue reading Warm & Welcoming: The Great Supper P2
Ever felt compelled to share what God placed on your heart, but refrain from doing so due to several factors? I often feel this way when I am a part of some specific groups. Then when given the opportunity to share, walk away feeling strange as though you’ve stepped on several toes. I often ask … Continue reading Warm & Welcoming: The Great Supper
Listen to me read the blog below: Third heading: Proclaiming the vital message. Isaiah 6 Ever had a moment when you get in your car, drive to a familiar destination, you know the area well, but still you don’t know where you are? This was one of my moments one day over the past weekend. … Continue reading Conversion or Commission P3