I recently attended a children’s program that opened with a recitation. The words came hurriedly with a catchy rhythm. I’m not against creativity in written rhythm and prose, but this account of creation expressed God’s thoughts and needs. The theme implied that God...
At age five, I remember Momma making bologna sandwiches, placing Pringles on a plate, and pouring Coke for my brother Greg and me. She sometimes prepared meals from meager means. I also vividly remember Momma’s firm validation that I would continue attending...
It’s hard to believe that May 1, 2024, has passed. Hours, days, weeks, months, and years progress so swiftly. Memories of a first from years ago fill my mind. I vividly remember my first child’s delivery. Her birth did not go as planned. My doctor visit revealed...
Does God hear when He says no to our prayers? In the past, I’ve felt disappointed because my prayers went unanswered, or so I thought. Years of praying for unresolved relational issues made me heavy-hearted. I’d wept and prayed, while the person I prayed for was...
Mom’s fall happened at a bad time. With three grandchildren visiting, Mom to care for, and a lack of sleep, now (Saturday afternoon) did not seem a good time to cope with a fall. The next morning at 4:30 a.m. Mom was in pain, so an ER visit was necessary. I called my...
My broccoli and cheese soup and hibiscus water were great, but my heart was heavy. Lack of sleep, worry, and failure was my focus. I had struggled to pray earlier that morning, but I was too weary. I desperately needed to talk to a friend. My phone rang. I sighed in...
April 1st is the day when fooling others is fun. This day, a practical joke is played followed by an amused prankster yelling, “April fools!” These jokes are harmless and are enjoyed by many. Samson, a Nazarite from birth, liked playing jokes. His vow required no...
I once was dead. Fearful, restless, and dissatisfied, I searched for life. I’d heard powerful preaching, but faith eluded me. Many trips to the altar waiting to “feel” saved left me void of salvation. Finally, I surrendered with an unspoken plea, Lord if you don’t...
This week we will leave women’s roles and address the issue of hierarchy leadership in the church as stated in the definition of egalitarianism. Egalitarians believe in mutual submission in which all people submit to each other in relationships and institutions as a...
As we continue to look at women’s roles in the Bible, we find Phebe. She served in the church and was a succorer who furnished aid, relief, and help to many. Paul commended the church in Rome to receive and assist her with her business. (Romans 16). Paul lists other...
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