My heart weighs heavy. My spirit is burdened. Over the past few months, story after story being shared with me reveals the battle waged against those who love the Lord. The attackers come for marriages, for children,…
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peace
Sometimes, we have to do hard things. Few people enjoy doing hard things. There are those who thrive when facing something hard. Those persons are rare, indeed. Challenging is one thing, but hard is another. Hard is a…
What is it you NEED most today? Peace—to be still and know that God is in control of your life and future? Grace—to be able to let go of all that needs done and do…
The extremes of life tug and strain at me. Immense joy and great sorrow occupy the same home, my heart. I am amazed I can even stand up straight—I think I should be whirling like my mind and…
Finally, we have arrived. The week of Christmas is upon us. Decorations are hung, the tree is lit and wrapping is in progress. The kitchen smells of sweet spices and savory treats. We do all of this because…
I hear more about joy during the Christmas season than any other time of year. We sing Joy to the World. We talk about the joy that has come in the birth of Christ. We read about…
Peace can be kind of elusive this time of year. Christmas is upon us. Parties and gatherings fill our calendars. Shopping, wrapping and shipping squeeze in open moments. Decorating and baking wait patiently to be done. Each year…