“I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened” (Ephesians 1:18). Walking along a country dirt road one spring day, I was intrigued by…
The Transformation of GI Joe
Sometimes God makes dramatic changes in people’s lives. He did in Joe’s. The son of Italian immigrants, Joe grew up in Hornell, New York, where…
Basking in the Sun
“The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you” (Numbers 6:24). What a glorious day—clear blue skies and 75 degrees! In February even….
Shaft of Sunlight
“Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven” (Matt. 5:16). The view out my…
The Wisest Man
“I will give you a wise and discerning heart” (1 Kings 4:12). If you were super smart, would you study technology, math, economics? Here’s what…
Music Published in Folk Harp Journal
We’re happy to announce that J. D. Jones has again had an original piece for harp published in Folk Harp Journal. The Winter 2017 edition included “Come Join and Sing,” JoAnne’s joyful…
The Master Planner
“God said, ‘Let there be lights in the expanse of the sky to separate the day from the night, and let them serve as signs to mark seasons and…
Humor in Nature
“Great are the works of the Lord; they are pondered by all who delight in them (Ps 111:2). Some things in nature just make you smile: a chicken with feathered feet,…
Gentle as a Butterfly
Jesus said, “I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” (Matt. 11:29) Sitting on the back step one early-fall afternoon, I watched orange…
The Invading Vine
“Let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles (Hebrews 12:1). On a trip south to visit our daughter, we…