The light of Jesus reveals truth, exposes darkness, and guides us to redemption through Him, the true light of the world. “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.” 1 John 1:5 If you looked in my kitchen…
A simple candy cane serves as a daily reminder of the constant love, care, and protection of our Good Shepherd. I was sitting at my desk being interviewed on a drive-time radio show. The host asked me to tell his listeners something they might not know about me. With the overwhelming amount of information available…
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10 ESV It was a Monday towards the end of Summer. I had just come home from a long work day and walked past the overflowing garbage can in the garage, that was wafting…
Have you ever been disappointed with God? Did you know you can still trust Him even when you can’t see His plan? Six weeks before the big day, my daughter Laura began searching for the perfect invitations. After making her choice and addressing the envelopes, the invitations were on their way to friends and family,…
Death is not something that comes easily for us. How can we face death, ours or that of a loved one, with hope? “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12 ESV No Escape My husband and I arrived early for his doctor’s appointment. We were there…
Wounds and scars are tough to endure and live with, but God will use them to show His glory. Our pain is never wasted. “You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you…
Every marriage has the potential for negative attributes and if we aren’t intentional about tending it, they will run rampant. “Catch the foxes for us, the little foxes that spoil the vineyards, for our vineyards are in blossom.” (Song of Solomon 2:15 ESV) “If you have a conflict-free marriage, you need to open your eyes. One of you has…
Have you forgotten what it’s like to have wonder? Sometimes life dries up the excitement of what God is doing. I love summer. It’s my favorite season. When I was a child, the sound of frogs and crickets at night beckoned me to the creek behind my house, where, to my surprise, I would find…
How can strengthening your faith on a daily basis help your relationship with the Lord and help your everyday life? “And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.” Mark 9:24 At the ripe old age of 52, I’ve entered a new era of…
What is your love story? Did you know you have the greatest love stor every told? You have the best kind of love there is. “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13 ESV Everyone enjoys a good love story. My grandparents’ story is one of…
Discover God’s love, debunk misconceptions, curb discouragement, and find solace in the relatable nature of Jesus in our human experience. No temptation has overtaken you except something common to mankind, and God is faithful, so He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the…
“For a child is born to us, a son is given to usThe government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.“Isaiah 9:6 We are saved by grace, the unmerited favor of God. That is the real gift of Christmas. We need only to…
From swaddled lambs to practical lessons, delve into the real story behind the manger, discovering profound truths for the holiday season. For the last couple of years, I’ve received copies of an essay about newborn lambs raised by shepherds outside Bethlehem. The essay stated that shepherds in ancient Israel looked for perfect lambs that could…
Even in the darkest of times, the brilliant light of Christ shines with hope and guides us onward. Let us turn our hearts upward and worship him! “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.”…
Transform your family’s story through the power of confident prayer—discover how one woman’s trust in God’s promises led to redemption in her husband’s life. “And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know…
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