I was talking to someone earlier today about some challenges they have faced in recent years. I was hearing how fears and anxieties were met with God’s faithfulness. The more that was shared the more I began to weep as I learned about God’s work in this person’s life. I don’t know of anyone that… Continue reading Faithfulness
Disclaimer: This is written to share with those who are interested in our adventures. Perhaps I’m writing our recent adventure out just so that we can remember the craziness, laughs, fears, and blessings we were afforded on this trip. Anybody that knows the two of us, knows we fly by the seat of our pants when it… Continue reading Adventure North
What’s in your shadow? Early one beautiful and sunny January morning, my husband and I were taking our daughter to school. As we were returning home I noticed a reflection or shadow on a wooden fence in the alley. The sun was beaming down on a street sign and it made a cross on the… Continue reading Shadows
Prayer has always been a part of my family’s life. We raised our children while teaching them that prayer was vital. I love the powerful lessons that God has taught us through times of prayer. We were about to move to Longview for our first full-time pastorate. We had been praying about all the details… Continue reading Lessons in Prayer
Life sometimes get really crazy and busy. I think if we are honest, most of us are guilty of rushing all the time. It seems as though we don’t even take time to enjoy the simple things. We’re busy working and raising families and most of us don’t even know how to relax. We take… Continue reading Perspective
I only made an occasional visit to the doctor up until now. Other than the yearly physical, mammogram and a sinus infection every couple of years, I was pretty healthy. Now, here I was with a life threatening situation! And, I have to admit, this scared me. A friend of mine had a mother that… Continue reading Scared
As I begin to share more of my cancer journey with you, I want to state that this is solely to bring honor and glory to God! I began to read back through my journal and it brings back memories of some of the most difficult days in my life. In recent days I have… Continue reading Starting the Race
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD! Definition of a hero- a person admired for achievements and noble qualities…..one who shows great courage. When I think of what a hero is by definition, I can’t help but think of my dad! He has been my hero for my entire life. Those who know me and my life story understand… Continue reading Definition of a Hero
PERFECT LOVE Valentine’s Day is widely celebrated as a day to celebrate LOVE. So, I am reminded of the perfect love in my life. Jesus Christ is my first love! He loved me first and gave His life for me. He loves me unconditionally and meets my every need. If you haven’t met my love,… Continue reading Valentine’s Thoughts
Today was a sad day! Our family lost a precious man. He was a brother-in-law to me, and he leaves behind a huge family that loved him very much. Jo and Arthur Ray lived the true example of what the covenant of marriage is suppose to look like. They were faithful to one another for… Continue reading A Lasting Legacy: Jo & Arthur Ray
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