“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”  Romans 5:8 We live in a world of chaos, but Jesus invites us into His world of peace. It’s that time of year, when I get the itch to clean out, purge and re-organize all of my stuff.  Too much … Read More

Can I tell you what a humbling, mostly overwhelming feeling it is to have the privilege of visiting with you on Sweet Mondays? Praying always that the right words will come to encourage our Sweet community to laugh, lean in, listen well or love a little deeper. The odds are great that you and I … Read More

“For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his tabernacle and set me high upon a rock.” Psalm 27:5, NIV “Under no circumstances are you to leave the vehicle!” These are the stern words spoken by our guide as we left our tents heading for the … Read More

“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” (Romans 12:18, NIV) Regret is the debris of yesterdays’ mistakes. I know this is true because, after seventy-one years of life, I’ve experienced many yesterdays and a lot of mistakes. Spoken, hurtful words I can’t take … Read More

“In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength, but you would have none of it.” Isaiah 30:15 It’s that time of year to pull out the new, clean calendar for 2019 and discard last year’s. As we look forward to the weeks and months ahead, it’s also a great time to … Read More

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government shall be upon His shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”  Isaiah 9:6 As the days draw near to Christmas, I eagerly await the arrival of our postman. In … Read More