Two thousand years ago, on a night lit brightly by a heavenly star, a young mother gave birth to a Holy Child. In a humble manger in Bethlehem Love entered the world in human form. Angels announced it, shepherds welcomed it and wise men celebrated it. The long anticipa…

On this fourth Sunday in Advent, we are only 2 days away from the celebration of Christ’s birth.  It is fitting that we reflect upon God’s great love for us.  Our Maker, the Creator of the heavens and earth, could have left us to our own designs and suffering, but beca…

“When they saw the star they were filled with great joy!” (Matthew 2:10) The Magi who sought the Messiah rejoiced when they saw the star in the east for they knew that it was a sign from the heavens that would lead them to their Savior. They longed to find the Lord so …

Purpose.  Thirty three years before Jesus walked the dusty road to Calvary, He came to this earth in the body of an infant.  The Creator became the created; wholly Divine and yet wholly human.  In that humble stable 2000 years ago, as a young mother strained and angels…

On this first Sunday in Advent – the season when we prepare our hearts for the celebration of the birth of Christ – we are reminded to place our hope in Him. He is our firm foundation and the Anchor which holds us fast. Jesus came to this earth, lived and then died am…

"For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord, "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope" (Jeremiah 29:11). Thank you, Father, for your plan for my life. I know that even when I am confused or unsure, you …

As children, we tend to laugh freely and play often, but unfortunately, as we grow and mature, the frequency with which we lose ourselves to joyful abandon sadly diminishes.  I suggest that  doesn't  have to be the case.  I’m sure  you've  heard it said that “L…

"Always be full of joy in the Lord.  I say it again -- rejoice!"  (Philippians 4:4) Thank you, Lord, for your many blessings!  I am filled with gladness because you are so good!  Your mighty hands comfort those in need and you bring peace to the souls of thos…

As I have been writing this current series on marriage, God has been doing some incredible things in my own marriage!  It has been amazing how, when I stepped out in faith and shared my story, my husband and I have been receiving blessing after blessing.  We have recei…

"For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD bestows favor and honor; no good thing does He withhold from those whose walk is blameless. LORD Almighty, blessed is the one who trusts in you" (Psalm 84:11-12). Father God, when we trust you and obey your comm…

When I was a child, I used to really enjoy fairy tales. There was something about the imaginary world of fairies and gnomes that intrigued me. I also loved the stories of the princes who saved the damsels in distress and of the wrongs being turned to right…and of cou…

For the past two weeks, I have been writing on a subject that is very near and dear to my heart. Those of you who know me know that I am passionate about marriage and believe that with God, our marriages can do more than simply survive, they can thrive!  So, for the ne…

At Bible study a week or so ago, we were asked what person in our lives, if any, had shown Jesus to us through their actions.  I smiled to myself for my answer came instantly.  Hands down, without a doubt Jesus was shown to me by my husband .  If you have been followin…

When people ask who I am or what the foundations of my faith are, it would be easy to open the Bible and point to the answers within its pages. But, that doesn’t truly explain my faith, for my faith comes from deep within me, born of my experiences and the manifestati…

"Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God" (2 Timothy 1:8). Thank you, Father, for what you have done in my life!  I pray that as I share my story with other…

Today my husband and I are going on a date.  It  isn't  a costly one, but an outing that has become one of our favorites none the less.  We have a plan.  We are going to pack some snacks and water in our backpacks and head up the side of a mountain!  We have come t…

A few days ago I began a series on marriage in order to share the hope that God offers for our relationships.  I posted a list of the “Do’s and Don’ts I’ve Learned” which you can read by clicking  here .  I am still learning new things every day, as God is faithful to …