That First Step
A couple of years ago, I surprised my husband with a special birthday present. It was something he had talked about his whole life and something on his bucket list – skydiving! I took him to the airport to meet his instructor, get his “training,” and get suited up. ...Deep Roots
I grew up in Big D. From my first memories; I have been fascinated with trees. I just knew if I climbed all the way to the top, I could reach heaven. As I grew older, I became more aware of the world as we traveled around the country. When we went west, the...Prison Bars: Seen and Unseen
Anyone who has worked in a prison ministry has dealt with plenty of men and women incarcerated while living behind steel bars. Laws have been broken and you have been found guilty. There is no freedom. Prisoners are told when to wake up, when to eat, when to bathe,...Patience is a Virtue
“Sit down, be quiet, be patient.” My dear, sweet mother said this practically every day. I got the “sit down” command down pat. As far as “be quiet,” … well, not so much. And sadly, now 60+ years later, I have to admit I never mastered being patient. My lack of...The Power of One
Behind every great movement of history lies a single individual who had the courage to take the first step. This week, I’m excited to share with you how one action, taken by one person, can be the spark to ignite a movement of transformation and revival.
Defending Your Faith
Proud grandparents we are, especially this past weekend as we joined family at our granddaughter’s confirmation. I barely remember being that young, but do recall not wanting to learn about God/faith/Bible … I was too busy having (what I thought) was fun. Looking at...Who Do You Trust?
Let’s face it. The longer a person lives, the more decisions must be faced. Where do I go to school? What should I be when I grow up? Who do I marry? Should I change jobs? Where should I live? Who should I vote for? Is my doctor the best? Where should I...Three Days
I attended what some would call a women’s retreat this past weekend. Oh, I had doubts before going – I had done this before … sign up, show up, then wanting to leave after three hours. I wasn’t expecting the impact three days could have on me. It turned out to be...One Big Happy Family
I have to say I am part of one big happy (for the most part) family. Sometimes I don’t know what to do with them, and sometimes I don’t know how to love them, but we always laugh (at ourselves and each other), cry when hurt, fuss and sputter. I have no...What Do You Worship?
Back in the olden days when I was a wee girl, the common question asked was “who” do you worship – meaning in whom do you place your faith? Time moved on, however, and the “who” was replaced with “what” – meaning work, material objects, money, looks, power, etc. ...Miracles Big or Small
Reports came out last week that Bible scholars believe the legendary Ark of the Covenant from the Old Testament accounts may have been moved to Africa after it was taken out of Israel. The Ark is said to be a gold-covered wooden chest containing two stone tablets on...Get Go Tell It! – Debby’s Book
