Exhale God’s Goodness in a Polluted Society

Exhale God’s Goodness in a Polluted Society

“Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.  Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the word of life.” Philippians...
Memories Made.  Happy Birthday, Dad.

Memories Made. Happy Birthday, Dad.

As I’m sitting here on our barn’s porch, overlooking the peaceful Florida woodlands and observing the sun reflect off the wetlands, and an owl hoots from the back of the property.  Maybe, just maybe, the melody of the owl is symbolism of the wisdom I heard today in...
“Is it worth it?”

“Is it worth it?”

“Is it worth it?” This is a question that has been rattling in my thoughts for the past few months.  Whether the situation is foolish or positive, I’ve often pondered “Is it worth it?” I pray that are encouraged through this video, and especially the scriptures...
Exciting News!

Exciting News!

It is finished! Last week I asked you all to pray with me as my nephew was going through The Crucible. Well…he did as Galatians 6:9 instructed and DID NOT GIVE UP. Saturday morning, as Recruit Caleb Parker marched his final few hours with the waxing crescent moon over...
Peer Pressure Advice, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY, COLE!

Peer Pressure Advice, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY, COLE!

Today is a day of celebration. It may be Friday.  It may be pay day. It can be whatever day you want to celebrate, but today I choose to celebrate my youngest child’s birthday! When I reread past journal entries from Cole’s previous birthdays, I can’t help but smile...
I need you! Praying through The Crucible.

I need you! Praying through The Crucible.

I need you to pray!! Back in August, I wrote about how my nephew, Caleb, is off to be a Marine.  (Please click here to read.) It has been a long process, with many obstacles in his way, but Caleb has been an overcomer through it all, and has had much responsibility. ...