Stepping Stones
When I think of stepping stones I always think of life. Life, to me, is simply a series of stepping stones. Each one either leading us toward our God or away from Him. Even sitting still can cause us to …
Category: Our Christian Walk
Longing for Jesus
What does longing for Jesus look like? It may be slightly different for each person but the end result should be the same, a closer relationship with God. It’s a given that we long for Jesus when we hurt and …
Lukewarm: Not a good place to be
I am sitting at my computer screen trying to whip up another blog for the 30 day blog challenge #blogyourbrand and something unusual is happening. I decided to sit outside because it is such a nice day. I gather everything …
Knowledge: Use it Wisely
Having knowledge of God and the Bible is not enough. What we do with that knowledge is what counts. The weather is wet and dreary. The sky drizzled for a day and a half before bringing forth rounds of downpours …
Halloween: What are we Celebrating?
View image | gettyimages.com Everyone seems to enjoy celebrations. And I don’t blame them. Life is full of reasons to celebrate. So, what are we celebrating by honoring All Hallows Eve. I am not going to bore you with all …
Leap of Faith
Kayaking is a fun, family friendly sport. We took advantage of this fact before autumn arrived with it’s cooler temperatures. Many times on these outdoor excursions we stop mid-way along the river to eat or swim. One of our favorite …
Chew’n the Cud
I don’t know how ya’ll feel about cows. But, it seems to me they are always chew’n. My bovine literate husband has explained why to me on more than one occasion. Obviously I was listening because I, for the life …
Stay in the Game
Our oldest son loves sports. While stretching his back muscles after a long practice he said,”Mom, I sure am sore but I will play again anyway.” In other words, the work was worth the sacrifice. Sometimes, we as Christians need …
The Ball Plant
Planting season is upon us and I am reminded of a humorous situation that occurred last year about this time. My husband purchased a hanging cherry tomato plant. It was covered with a multitude of small green fruit when he …
Are you yeilding?
I have heard it said,”God’s not answering my prayers.” God hears us but do we align our life to hear Him? If we are doing all the talking we are probably missing the answer. Many times God’s reply comes with …