Without a doubt, this is a Martha world. And as much as I hate to say it, I’m a Martha girl living in a Martha world. But as Christians, we’re to be Marys whether the world falls in line with Martha or Jezebel or Suzie Q. Jones. In Luke 10:38-42, we have the account of Jesus in the home of Martha … [Read more...]
It Was You
I said, “Now brother, don’t you stumble. Be so strong just for today!” But then I walked before you, And put sharp rocks along the way I first took off my baggy jeans, For it was just too hot I then put on my shortest shorts, Though I knew that I should not I glanced back then to check … [Read more...]
Hold My Hand
Most of our teens sit together during worship, taking up the front two or three rows. This morning I sat directly behind them, which I love doing for various reasons. During the closing prayer, they did something I?ve seen them do many times. They held hands. That always makes me smile. How … [Read more...]
Wisdom of Women: Ruth
As I set my Bible down after reading the book of Ruth, one word comes to mind: loyalty. Ruth was loyal and her loyalty was noticed my many. Ruth was from the land of Moab. She married Mahlon, the son of Elimelech and Naomi, who were from the land of Judah (Tyndale Bible Dictionary). After … [Read more...]
Prayer
Children suffer, families tumble, Guns explode, buildings crumble. Where were you, many ask, When children died in that flash. They blamed you then for that attack Though it was us who turned our backs. Your wing we left--took off on our own, We didn't care. If only we'd known. Your guidance … [Read more...]
Women In Missions
“I could tell you were an American woman before you spoke,” the young Russian woman said to me. “How could you determine that?” I asked. “Because you smile a lot,” she replied. “Russian women do not smile much. Life is so hard.” “What would you say if I told you I have … [Read more...]
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