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...
Devotions
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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