The Reason for THIS Season!
In a recent Bible study, the question was asked: “What is the connection between Easter eggs and bunnies and the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ?” Someone suggested that the ‘egg’ represents life. I found that mildly interesting, but then another person exclaimed, “But rabbits don’t lay eggs!” We all laughed, knowing that many of us have participated in Easter egg hunts with children and grandchildren and have enjoyed the excitement of the ‘hunt’ as much as the kids....
Read MoreWriting From My Heart
Have you ever watched a movie or finished reading a book and thought, “What a wretched ending!”? You might even think, “I could have done better than that!” even to the point of finding fault with the script or plot line: “It should have had a happier ending!” I know that feeling all too well. There have been many movies and equally as many books that I’ve indulged in only to be disappointed in the predictable plot and frustrated by the whimsical errors in catching the villain!...
Read MoreLove Is In The Air
These past three months the TV airwaves have been inundated with Hallmark movies. They have evolved from Christmas themes to Valentine’s themes and now we see post-Valentine’s themes! All in all, they are sweet and very predictable. Under the influence of such heart-warming movies, it’s easy to acknowledge February as the Love Month. For me, February’s love is every day as I am gently reminded of it by a little statue that sits on the upper edge of my stove. Given to me by my...
Read MoreHappiness: A By-Product of Loving God
I’m not sure if I’m the only one, but I find the early, wintry months of each year difficult. I try very hard to be content—to be happy—knowing that this, too, shall pass. However, the three months of cold, unpredictable weather—and this year, in particular, with sub-zero temperatures—makes it very difficult to keep my spirits up! Sunshine is so limited, and even when it is shining, the coldness makes it hard to feel joy or happiness. On a more upbeat note, can you think of a time...
Read MoreFinding a Gem
Do you ever get caught up in the rush of Christmas that you lose focus on the real reason the season is celebrated with such passion? All too often, it seems, you plan, expect and even cry a little under the pressure of the hustle and bustle. And then… in all the hurriedness, finding a gem brings a much-needed quietness. Sometimes it’s something someone says to you as you greet each other in the crowded mall. Sometimes you hear it in one of the many Hallmark Christmas movies that have...
Read MoreFearless Faith and Bath Bombs
I read recently that children are the best teachers. Having a teacher’s heart, I found that comment very interesting, knowing that there was a time in history when “children were to be seen and not heard.” In its original form, this 15th century English proverb was specifically targeted toward young women who were expected to keep quiet. A later understanding seemed to soften the harshness of this expectation: “children should not speak among adults unless they are addressed and...
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