Keep it simple – in marriage, grief, joy, whatever. Even in ordinary things – your daily routines of shopping, and so on. 1 Corinthians 7:29-30 MSG Have you heard of the KISS method? KISS meaning Keep It Simple, Sister! Have you ever noticed how we love to complicate our lives? If we are not careful our days become routines of… Read More
Archives for February 2011
encouragement from a moms heart for the last – last day.
My youngest daughter and I sat down the other day to plan out the calendar. It’s her senior year and the days are starting to fill up with those special graduation events. As we went through the months, we finally got to May. I instinctively wrote down Last Day TM. (TM is the school.) I’ve done this for years now… Read More
Look at the History
God said, “I love you.” You replied, “Really? How have you loved us?” “Look at history” (this is God’s answer). Malachi 1:2-3 MSG Today is the day that everyone seems to be focusing on love. We’ve turned this four-letter word into a day of commercialism where we show those we love our “true love” and devotion. But if you are… Read More
That’s My Boy
Happy birthday to our son, Blake! He is 21 today and that seems unreal. We are so proud of you, Blake . . . For being sold out for the Kingdom. For living your life for God. For always being yourself. (crazy hair cuts, antics, and all) For helping others become all they can be. For leading worship, not only… Read More
God Time
I will not neglect Your word. Psalm 119:16 NIV Have you been there? You are having a bad day when you begin seeking God’s comfort from His word. Shortly you realize your frustrations are turned to joy in the Lord. Determine today to take pleasure in the Lord. The psalmist writes, “I will not neglect Your word.” As you wake… Read More
Lessons from 4-H; Feed the Sheep
I grew up loving animals and wanting to be a veterinarian. When I was finally old enough to be in 4-H my dad and I went to a meeting. As we were walking out the door of the house that evening, my mom was saying, “Do not sign up for anything!” Well, somewhere in those next few hours I’m not… Read More