The Transforming Power of a Teachable Spirit
My dear friends, Amy and John, have absolutely amazing adult children who love and serve the Lord, pointing people to Him through their inspirational lifestyles. They are the kind of people I feel grateful just to be around, hoping their wisdom and dedication to God will rub off on me. The adult kids didn’t become […]
Housework Insight
Doing housework can seem boring and mundane. I, personally, enjoy it. Removing dust, smudges, wrinkles, grease, and dirt is satisfying. One day, it became a surprising insight. There were eight children in our family. My Mom diligently trained my sisters and me to clean the house. It was expected to be completed on time, and […]
The Alternative
At the risk of being impolite, we often remain quiet, possibly to avoid a challenging conversation or even an argument. Are we sacrificing our beliefs, values, or faith to avoid conflict and maintain peace by staying silent? One of our Christian principles is to combine honesty with compassion. In his letter to the Ephesians, Apostle […]
Essential Equipment
How can God’s word be an anchor to our faith, settled in us and ready to apply? Here are five useful practices. HEARING is only a small part. We can’t grasp God’s Word with only a pinky finger. Romans 10:17 says, “Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message…” READING is like eating. Daily intake is […]
Butterflies and Me
In the mid 1980’s a trendy toy was Transformers. A vehicle could be transformed into a robot and children were fascinated and amazed by this man-made novelty. Butterflies transform from rather unattractive caterpillars to exquisite, graceful, winged creatures, an equally amazing natural process. Everything about them is different. They don’t TRY to be butterflies. They […]