So very long ago, Jesus’ disciples had self-quarantined themselves because of fear. Three days prior Jesus had suffered a torturous, violent death, and they, being followers of Jesus, feared the same mis-fortune for themselves. So, there they were. shut away from the rest of the world, not knowing what would happen next. Sound familiar? Here…
Tag: Faith
Taken Down a Notch…Maybe Two
Tuesday was the last day of my 21-day Daniel Fast. I confess I finished feeling a little guilty. Why? Going into the fast my purpose was clear, in that my goal was to become closer to Christ, but as it progressed the purpose began to take on another appearance. My focus strayed from Christ, and…
Daniel Fast Day 14
My mom went through many trials during her life on this earth. She lived years in an abusive marriage. Her young son, 23 years old, was killed in a logging accident. One dark night she stood outside and watched her house and almost everything she owned burn to the ground. She was a single mom who worked hard to…
Litmus Test for True Christianity
I’m astounded with those who think they have the “scoop” on God’s word. Many of whom believe God’s word is cut and dry…black and white with no grays in between. Most are raised in Christian homes and have been taught the scriptures as a child. Sunday school classes, Sunday morning services, and Wednesday prayer meetings were the staples…
Rivers of Water
I was on my way home from the hospital and my first born was lying in an incubator at Pitt Memorial. The last thing I wanted to do was leave her, but circumstances prevailed, and it became something unavoidable. As I lay in bed that night my heart and mind, extremely distressed, I could not…
The Ultimate Misfit
One Christmas morning I was up before the birds and all in the house was quiet as a mouse. I was sad, rejected, a misfit because there were certain relationships within my family strained and almost nonexistent. My children and I were were separated by many American miles. As I sat in the silence of…
Yes, I am in a Relationship
“Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith…” Hebrews 12:2 Growing up I was so afraid of hell, that I actually wished I’d never been born. Daily, I was tormented with the thought of the rapture, and being left behind. I knew God’s promises but for some reason they didn’t apply to me. It…
My Story…
A question was posed at church yesterday: Where and when have you experienced the movement of the Spirit? My Story… It was Christmas morning and I was sad. I was sad because I felt alone. Yes, I was the only one up…Corinne, the puppies, and the kitties were snuggled in their beds with visions of…
Cooking The Goose!
Is it possible that mean people are a blessing in disguise? I’m not talking about evil people…certainly those that abuse and hurt others are never a blessing! I’m making reference to those people who “rub us the wrong way” or “get under our skin.” You know the ones…forthright, and tactless. Their words are sharp and…
Good Friday, Is it Really Good?
In less than a week, another year of my life will have been spent…gone forever, never again to relive. Re-do’s are just impossible with time. The older I get the closer to dependency I become, and that frightens me. As a caregiver, I work with elderly seniors, and their level of dependency varies greatly. I…
Redhead Reflections 