"Blessed is the man you discipline, O LORD, the man you teach from your law; you grant him relief from days of trouble, till a pit is dug for the wicked."Psalm 94:12-13 (NIV)I became obsessed with playing the piano the year we moved to Congo when I was ten years old. The first question out of my mouth at a missionary friend's home was, "Can I play your piano?" I realize now why some … [Read more...] about Piano Lessons
Worth Their Weight in Gold
"Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." James 1:17 (NIV)My life as an MK (missionary kid) in Congo was one I wouldn't trade for a million dollars. I am so thankful for those eight years from age ten to eighteen that shaped my world. Although there was plenty that was not laughable, I was thinking … [Read more...] about Worth Their Weight in Gold
My New Life
“'Lord, help!' they cried in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He sent out his word and healed them, snatching them from the door of death. Let them praise the Lord for his great love and for the wonderful things he has done for them." Psalm 107:19-21 (NLT)I have had two individuals ask me about what they can do to bring about revival in their own lives. … [Read more...] about My New Life
Happy Labor Day!
"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God." Colossians 3:15-16 (NIV)I hope all of my American friends are having a great, relaxing … [Read more...] about Happy Labor Day!
The Safeguard
I wrote this story two years ago. I hope you enjoy and maybe even relate! If you can, please leave me a comment!I had woken up on the last day of the year to a crying sky. Tired from entertaining a house full of family over the Christmas holidays, the weather matched my frame of mind that morning. After lying around in our pajamas for too long, my husband and I realized that we had just twenty … [Read more...] about The Safeguard
How Much to Say?
"But [the Lord] said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me." 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV)I walked into my local YMCA today after an almost three months' absence. I was met by one of my "Y" friends there. Kelly (not her real name) has been a companion … [Read more...] about How Much to Say?
