Sunday, April 17, 2011
“Be not afraid, neither be dismayed, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1: 9 (AMP)
We recently had the pleasure of baby-sitting two of our grandchildren. The 8-month-old was sound asleep in the crib and the 6-year-old big brother wanted to go into the bedroom to get something. My husband, aka “PaPa” simply said it was okay to go ahead and get it, but keep the light off. At that news our grandson froze in his steps and responded, “Come with me, Papa!” The thought of going into the dark took the joy out of retrieving his item. Papa tried to encourage our guy there was nothing to be afraid of and to be brave and go in by himself and grab his belonging. But our little guy stood firm and insisted he couldn’t do it alone. As Papa stood up to accompany him, his whole body language changed; his shoulders relaxed, a smile crossed…
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
“They shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.” — Isaiah 51:11
At last the rigid cold snap ended. The temperature soared over 40 degrees outdoors and the sunshine was abundant! My husband was energized and working on a project, but ran out of materials. So we took a ride to his favorite hardware store. Driving down the highway we noticed the unusually high volume of traffic. Every street we turned onto appeared to have a long string of cars. We shared with each other how the sunshine and warm temperatures brought people out of doors. It was like a breath of springtime was taking hold of the community and everyone wanted to experience some warmth and sunshine, after the long cold winter season— a boost of warmth and sunshine lifts your moods and evokes some joy! There’s nothing like a spring-like day …
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
“Faith, hope, and love abide...but the greatest of these is love.” — 1 Corinthians 13:13
Walking down the isle of a local store I noticed hearts, flowers, cards and other small momentums reflecting the month of love was upon us....February and Valentine’s Day! Ever since I was a young girl I enjoyed exchanging thoughts of love, giving and receiving Valentine cards. One year, I bought a box of Valentine’s and sent one to everyone I know....my friends were delighted! They hadn’t received a small paper Valentine in years. I included one for each member of the family; the children thought it was fun to receive something kind in the mail. Giving a Valentine is a loving sentiment, But love is something greater than giving a sentiment to someone you love. Love is the greatest thing in the world. It’s a way to live that makes us …
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
How to keep the faith and make your dreams become realities.
I penned the words, "Expect a Miracle!" on the flap of a book I recent signed. It is my favorite inscription to write to my readers. I also sing a little jingle, " Expect a miracle!" at the end of each speaking engagement I do. I've believed in miracles since I was a little girl. Christmastime was always an occasion to increase my faith for good things to happen as I anticipated what presents might be under my tree. Throughout the years, although the things I was believing for became a tougher stretch of my faith, I never stopped believing for them. Even when it seemed impossible I kept it up—for that's when we need miracles the most. Twice in my life I have been told by doctors, "Your child will probably not live through the …
