Winners and Losers

No one likes to lose; we all want to be winners. When I was in elementary school, I did as all wise young children do when told to pick a team; I chose those that I knew would help me win. To be very honest, I was not a good loser. My own insecurities showed through...

Different Corners

Since we sold our home and began this incredible journey with the Lord, I have tucked my corner chair in four different corners over the past five years. As I reflect back on each of those places, I realize the valuable work He has done in my life as I met with Him in...

Tempted to Scream

An hour and a half and I was still on hold! I had been dropped three times! The only company that has tempted me to scream my head off and forget that I am a spirit-filled Christian is our internet and cable company- which will go unnamed, yet I have suspicions that...

Juggling

I was on my way to a luncheon in which a local ministry was recruiting help from church congregations in order to reach our city. I was praying about my part and how God might want to marry this ministry with the ministry He has given me. I found myself questioning if...

Checking It Twice

I’m certain you are very familiar with the Christmas song, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” In this familiar and fun old song we sing the words, “He’s making a list and checking it twice, going to find out whose naughty or nice, Santa Claus is coming to town.” The...

Life Lived Out in a Journal

With New Years approaching, I find myself as most folks, looking back at 2013. A friend called this morning and as we were sharing about our Christmas time with family she commented, “I wonder what 2014 will hold?” As I got off the phone and resumed cleaning breakfast...