Soaking up the Son

Yesterday, my strong-in-the-Lord sister-in-love had her surgery. Here is the quick update on Jan: The surgery went well. The doctor: Removed the two tumors that were causing pain. Removed both ovaries and the appendix. Cancer is in small and large intestines, lungs,...

This morning, my sister-in-love Jan is undergoing a complex surgery. The tumor in her pelvis has tripled in size (it once was the size of a grapefruit) posing risks to several organs. Additionally, the doctors will be addressing her pancreatic cancer during this time....

Do fear and unsettling thoughts find their way into your mind? I challenge you to embrace the peace that only God can provide. Open your Bible and immerse yourself in His word. Transform those scriptures into prayers and let God's breath fill your spirit. I pray that...

Troubles and trials will come our way in life; God has made that clear. When they do, we must hold fast to His word. Right now, a family member is battling the grim "C" word. During my prayer time this morning, I felt compelled to seek scripture and transform it into...

Satisfy us each morning with your unfailing love, so we may sing for joy to the end of our lives. Psalm 90:14 This photo doesn't fully capture the breathtaking view I witnessed. As I lay in bed, I felt a gentle nudge from God, urging me to get up and appreciate the...

When anyone is in Christ, it is a whole new world. The old things are gone; suddenly, everything is new! 2 Corinthians 5:17 The new year has arrived! Do you have a word to guide you this year? Are there any resolutions you’ve set for yourself? Is there a new skill...

The time has come to bid farewell to the hunting camp for the year. Throughout the morning I was packing, purging, and cleaning. All our belongings were gathering on the table before we took them to the truck. I was aware of the cold weather this morning (feels like...

Sitting on the porch, I watched as the day slowly came to an end, enveloped in the vibrant sounds of nature all around me. I leaned back, closed my eyes, and took a deep breath. Peace. Calmness. Serenity. When I opened my eyes and gazed toward the west, I was greeted...

As December comes to a close, many of us will soon be taking down our Christmas decorations. The nativity scenes will be carefully wrapped and stored away. Every year, as I unpack our nativity scenes, a thought crosses my mind: “Am I putting Jesus in a box in my own...

For months now, I’ve found my mentality at odds with my spirituality. While my walk with the Lord remains steadfast, my mission has felt a bit wobbly. As followers of Jesus Christ, we're called to share the Good News (Matthew 28:19 ). I find joy in learning about...

Do you have a decision to make? When the story of Jesus’ birth is read, we often read from the book of Luke. Yet, today I was led to read the brief synopsis captured in Matthew. In these verses (Matthew 1:18-23), Joseph found himself in a predicament. He thought he...

Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. Lamentations 3:23 As I stepped through my front door, I could feel the goosebumps well up on my skin. I’m so excited for this breath of coolness that has come our way. As I’m standing there in my...