I recently spoke at a ladies retreat where the theme was “The Seasons of Our Christian Walk” and my topic was “fall.” I had 15-20 minutes to share about this phase of my life. Boy, was that hard! “Fall” is a time in a woman’s life when everything changes and I mean everything! Your body, your … [Read more...]
Wisdom of Women: Esther
Esther was a Benjamite. Her cousin Mordecai cared for her as if she was his own daughter after her father and mother died. When Queen Vashti refused to come to King Ahasuerus, her crown was taken from her and a new queen was sought among the virgins of the citadel of Susa. Esther was among the … [Read more...]
Practical Tips on How to Become a Mary
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...]
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