Friends It has been eighteen years since that horrific day in September of 2001. This story shares my terrifying experience stranded on the streets of downtown Washington, D.C. in the midst of the terrorist attacks. May we never forget those we lost, those who survived, and the hero's and heroines that saved so many. May … Continue reading 9/11: Nowhere To Go
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Monday Motivation: Jump Rock
Friends Today, I am reminded of a family reunion trip we took a few years ago where my fearless son Jonathan talked the rest of us into taking a leap of faith. What challenge is awaiting you this morning? Will you turn away in fear or step out in faith? +++ For I know the … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Jump Rock
Monday Motivation: Courage
Friends Sharing a little story from my childhood archives about my sainted mother. Join me in wishing her a “Happy Birthday!” later this week. Mom, consider this jaunt down memory lane an early birthday present! +++ Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Courage
Monday Motivation: Memory
Friends Reflecting on some memories today and rejoicing in God's great faithfulness throughout my life. May the assurance of His faithful Presence give you comfort and peace this day. +++ The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Memory
Out Of The Cornfields
Friends Happy Valentine's Day! My heartfelt thanks for your continued support of my writing. On this day that celebrates love, I want to share a heartwarming story about my father's heart attack in 1981 and the exceptional care our family received from the hospital staff and the kind people of a small Ohio town. On … Continue reading Out Of The Cornfields
Monday Motivation: Everybody Has Something
Friends Reflecting today on an encounter I had in a hospital waiting room. Praising God that my recent eye exam showed that my vision was stable without any significant losses this year. To God be the Glory!! +++ “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Everybody Has Something
Monday Motivation: Keeping Pace
Friends How is your pace this morning? Are you in a rush, reading this message quickly so you can get to the 500 others awaiting you? Perhaps it’s a good moment to stop and pause, to stare out the window for just a moment and enjoy God’s creation. It’s all just waiting there for you … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Keeping Pace
Monday Motivation: Abandoned
Friends Still settling back into life at home, while remembering my recent journey. I came away from the road with a long list of topics to write about. You will see evidence of these reflections in my upcoming messages. Today’s topic touched my heart amid the fields of Montana and I hope it touches your … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Abandoned
Monday Motivation: Discovery
Friends Just returned from a long sojourn into the Wild West! What an adventure! Thanking God for all the amazing sights and for safe travels. An especially wonderful sight was the beauty of my back door! There is no place like home! +++ Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; let your glory be over … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Discovery
Monday Motivation: Rapids
Friends Praying for all those impacted by this devastating hurricane. Though the rough waters have surely come, we need not face them alone. Our God goes with us through whatever peril lies before us. Trusting Him today to see us through. +++ Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with … Continue reading Monday Motivation: Rapids
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