Secret Strength
A lot of people say they didn't enjoy studying history in school. I must have had good teachers, for I loved learning and hearing about what happened in my own country and throughout the world.
Say a Prayer
Often, we might see someone who appears unsmiling or looks grumpy. Yet, we don't know what's going on in their life.
A Daily Ritual that Brings Hope
As I read the sermon, I choked up with emotion a few times for I sensed this might be the last time I would be with her.
Be Encouraged
It was my first climb up Mt. Hood. It was hard. More difficult than I ever imagined. We'd purchased the equipment we needed to make the climb. Walked through the aisles at Andy & Bax, purveyor of used outdoor equipment to save money. I resisted buying a new backpack and told my husband a borrowed pack would be fine.
Don’t Count the Candles
When you are young, you can’t wait to get older. When you are older, you realize you aren’t getting any younger.
Joy and Pain Mingle
Many things in life come with pain.
Peace in Pain
I encourage you to go to the One who can give you peace and comfort in your time of need.
The Resurrection brings Peace
A long time ago, I would do a lot of hiking and mountain climbing with my husband Bill. We also would climb rocks--big ones--for "fun." He enjoyed that much more than I did but one climb I'll never forget was one clear, spring day more than twenty years ago now.
The Resurrection of Jesus means Presence
What an assurance we've been given. Jesus is always present with us through the Holy Spirit.
Remember this Friday
Grief is hard. There is a terrible weight in our souls that won't go away. The tears don't stop. We are miserable just as those disciples and followers of Jesus must have been that Friday that is called Good Friday.