The Long Arms of Jesus
There’s a common thread among the people we talk to … most had no home life growing up … no father and/or mother in their life … most were subjected to abuse. Many say there is no way the God of the Universe could or would love someone like them …but Jesus!
Fleeting Moments
This month we have two granddaughters graduating high school. How is that possible? Exciting for them … surreal for us. It was just yesterday we held tiny bundles in our arms, welcoming them to the world … catching them as they took their first steps … searching...Little Sheep
One of the first scriptures I memorized as a child was Psalm 23. It was a beautiful picture of what Jesus, as the Good Shepherd, does for each of us, His sheep. It wasn’t until the last few years that I fully came to appreciate its meaning. In Psalm, David, a...I Am What I Am
I was blessed to have parents who cared for their family. They each took, housed, and saw to their needs until they passed. I loved spending time with my maternalgrandparents (especially my “Bom-Bom,” who was THE best cook in the world!). Unfortunately, I never knew...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...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...The Power of Love
When I first heard of the death of a young American while trying to share the gospel to one of the most isolated tribes in the world, I was intrigued, yet not surprised. Missionaries have been sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ for centuries, many meeting horrible...Great Awakening
Some fifty years ago, 85% of American children attended church on a regular basis. Today, only 4% attend regularly. When the pastor made that statement, I remembered my own upbringing in church, particularly my “Jesus Movement” days. During the early ‘70’s, I was...Your Real Worth
I was self-conscious when I was little – crooked teeth, “pleasingly plump” (as my mother would say), and had a fat nose (I tried putting a close-pin on my nose while I slept once … then yanked it off in seconds). Just felt I was never pretty enough, smart enough,...Get Go Tell It! – Debby’s Book
