Joshua – New ways
The children of Israel have built their stone memorial to remember the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River. They have settled in Gilgal, which interestingly enough means "circle of stones." (See "Joshua…
Joshua – Be Strong and Courageous
Moses died at age 150, but before he died, he climbed Mt. Nebo and God showed him a view of the Promised Land. Obviously, the people wept and mourned the passing…
The Twelve Disciples
Perhaps when you were young, you learned the little tune that named the twelve disciples. If not, or if you've forgotten it, Matthew, Mark, and Luke give us a list,…
David, on the Run!
When someone throws a spear at you while you're quietly playing the harp for him, you know it's time to run. (See, Watch Out, David!) Saul decides to send men…
Sowing Seeds
I've had sowing seeds on my mind since the blog two week's ago when Jesus talked of sowing and reaping. (4 - A Teachable Moment.) I ran into an old…
Worn-Out Lady
Do you ever feel worn to a frazzle? Coming and going with way too much activity. Or responsibilities reaching mountainous heights? I think back to when I was younger. I…
Points of View – Healing the Paralytic
A family attends a wedding. The teenage daughter sees a fairy tale wedding with a handsome groom and beautiful bride in a Cinderella gown. The middle school brother eyes the…
Nehemiah – Obstacles
Nehemiah rallied the wall-building troops with persuasive voice and authoritative demeanor. They divided up the work load and rebuilt side by side, neighbor next to neighbor. Even some from near-by…
Spartan Race
My crazy kids (son, daughter-in-law, and two grandsons) entered the Spartan Race at Fort Knox last weekend. This kind of race, held in several locations across the country and in…
50th Wedding Anniversary
A personal narrative this week. This Saturday will mark fifty years of marriage for my husband and me. I always thought that just happened to old people! But here we…