Ok, it is a hectic time. What looks red (or green) and white and is easy and tasty? A log of cream cheese topped with jalapeño or red pepper jelly. It is spicy and […]
Hallmark-Jesus-Goodwill
The Hallmark Channel has been playing Christmas movies non-stop since Halloween. I’m ashamed to admit that it’s been my guilty pleasure for the better part of the last six weeks. I’m so full up of […]
Starting anew
What are you willing to die to? I think in life we make all kinds of choices- some are small and then some can actually change the trajectory of our lives. In preparation for Christmas […]
Whose Fool Are You?
I’m a fool for Christ… I often remember the statement by John Wimber, “I’m a fool for Christ, whose fool are you?” At our recent volunteer appreciation night, the pastors all pretty much made fools […]
Thankful for Justice
What comes to mind when you hear the word justice? For some of you, maybe the Bible verse Micah 6:8: “He has showed you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require […]
Wait and Watch
Disappointment: The feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the nonfulfillment of one’s hopes or expectations. I hate disappointment. It makes me sad and angry. It leaves my heart feeling empty. In all honesty it […]
An Idea for this December…Where is Baby Jesus?
Where is Baby Jesus? We have five nativity sets up at our house for the coming Christmas season. It used to be three sets, but I keep adding. At first glance, they look very normal. However, […]
I AM Whatever …
Sometimes it’s very easy to convey a powerful message in as few words as possible. A couple of weeks ago there was an article that circulated on Facebook simply titled, “Marriage is not for me,” […]
The Extraordinary
Have you ever attempted the out of the box experience? Have you ever trusted God to do something bigger than y0ur comfort zone? Greater than your imagination or beyond your understanding? If you have…exciting!!! How did […]
House of Horrors
Kenny and I recently decided to torture each other by changing my 20 month old Martin’s sleep environment- we moved him into our 3 year old Lucy’s room. With the baby coming and 6 people […]