If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed (John 8:36). The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers in an intriguing read. Set in the Appalachian Mountains during the 1850's ten-year-old Cadi Forbes carries her burden of sin. She searches for the sin...
Christian Living
Faithful Women
He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much:…. Luke 16:10 There is something special about browsing through shelves of books in search of a good read. Thankfully, my mom was faithful to instill that sentiment deeply in my soul with frequent...
Teacher Talk
The memory of the just is blessed:…. Proverbs 10:7 Children are tender and trusting. Lasting impressions are printed in their little hearts and minds whether negative or positive. I carry both imprints, but I’ll share my best memories of third grade. I knew Mrs....
My Heart is Fixed
My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed:…. (Psalm 57:7) My size five ring fit nicely on my finger. My fiancé Michael gave me the small cluster of tiny diamonds with a promise of a solitaire some day. We married October 11, 1985, five months after our...
The Not-so-Pinterest Party
Let your moderation be known unto all man the Lord is at hand. (Philippians 4:5) Millennial mom Lexi Wright Williams is setting a new trend; “Party like its 1999” is her motto. While planning her baby girl Eden’s first birthday party, Lexi felt impressed to keep...
Sealed; Forever
For this child I prayed: and the LORD hath given me my petition which I asked of him: 1 Samuel 1:27 Kyle and Courtney received the call October 6, 2020. The birth of a sweet baby boy two days prior prompted the call from DCS. Opportunity for a new born with the intent...
Near or Distant Future
Near or Distant Future (For we walk by faith, not by sight:) 2 Corinthians 5:7 As my friend Jessica's photo depicts, my writing journey end is not within sight. I believe as I walk the road toward publishing, my ever improving craft will provide encouragement to...
Reflect on the Matter of Hospitality
Photo credit: Ashley Garrett Photography Use hospitality one to another without grudging. I Peter 4:9 Hospitality is the activity or business of providing services to guests in various places of businesses (or home-my addition to the definition). Biblically, we...
I’m from Jamestown
I'm From Jamestown Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. Philippians 2:4 Photo credit: Ashley Garrett Photography My car was stolen. I frantically...
Product of Propping
For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself: first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear. Mark 4:28 From propping to product the work is worth it! I recently wrote a post sharing our effort of corn propping. The strong wind and rain blew our...
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