One thing that has changed my prayers dramatically is learning to pray Scripture. For years my prayers were rather anemic, without much content. I often floundered with, “Lord, help them!” Of…
The Man in the Green Coat
I think that guy is homeless. I was watching a young man standing just beyond our group. He was wearing a green down-filled coat and a knit cap. At his feet lay…
Music to Inspire – 3
The more we learn about the Creator of the universe, the more we want to know just who this awesome God is. He has told us, “If you seek Me with all…
Refreshing Rain for the Soul
I love the quiet patter of raindrops falling gently on the flowerbed just outside my dining room window. Such a peaceful and refreshing sound! This rain is just what the thirsty plants…
Guess Who’s Praying for You?
You’re in a difficult situation. You ask some friends to pray for you. Even as you walk your bumpy road, it’s a comfort to know your friends are praying for you….
The Lady with Six Kids
You never know what an impression you might make by just one kind gesture. In the earlier years of our marriage, we often invited company for dinner. One week, when we were…
Why a National Day of Prayer?
Prayer is always a good idea, but why do we pray together as a nation on a set day? From the start, our founding fathers relied heavily on prayer in times of…
Music to Inspire – 2
Sometimes music stirs our hearts to look upwards to the Creator of the Universe. We have such an awesome God! He deserves all our praise as we lift up His name! Just…
More Than Easter Eggs
I love Easter Eggs, a symbol of new life and hope. Our grandkids were here yesterday coloring eggs. What wild colors they came up with! Eggs remind us that Easter is a…
The Purple Chopstick
An Unlikely But True Story Sometimes God answers unusual prayers for little things that help build big faith. While vacationing in Oregon with our daughter and family, my husband and…