I enjoyed a lovely lunch with a dear friend who epitomizes grace, although she probably wouldn’t agree. She is one of those people who has suffered so deeply it’s hard to understand how she is still standing upright, much less smiling and serving others with compassion. She is deep. Deep…
A tremendous thunderstorm is going on as I sit quietly on my back porch**. It’s a little damp, loud, and chilly, but it is a…
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may…
I love writing, but lately I’ve found it difficult to click on that post button. I believe part of the reason, besides being too busy…

“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior…Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you. ” Isaiah 43:1-4