We pray, we ask and we beg, but still no answer. Have you ever wondered, "Is God there? If He is, why doesn't He answer my prayer? How long, Lord?" We're not alone; the Israelites join us in that grumbling. "As Pharaoh approached, the Israelites looked up, and there...
The best part of speaking before any group is what happens afterwards. Often folks stop and chat with me. This past week, that very thing happened. A man shook my hand. "I was touched by your message," he said, "and I just want to know how you deal with the fact that...
Last week, I followed my nightly routine and fixed myself a cup of chamomile tea; not sure why I filled it to the brim, but I did. Funny thing is that those of us who are blind tend to bump into things, especially when we're in a hurry. And that's exactly what I did....
We don't need statistics to know that millions of people live aimlessly without fulfillment, purpose or meaning. But there is an answer--simple and doable. My brother and sister-in-law, Lois, visited a few weeks ago. As usual, Lois and I did a little shopping. And...
In the midst of crowds and Christmas celebrations, our hearts can be lonely until we trust in Christ alone. Recently at a gathering, a friend shared these episodes of reality. The bush that Moses encountered was just an ordinary bush until it burned without consuming...
Have you asked a friend lately, "How are you?" Their answer is usually something like "Busy; I'm so, so busy." That might be your answer, too. I know mine could be as well. We're all ridiculously busy. Strange though, a group of quails taught me just how crazy that...
Inspiration to be a good grandparent is simple--as long as we have love, we have what it takes. "C'mon sweet baby," I called to my 2-year-old granddaughter. With quick steps, she came. And as she stood with her back toward me, I carefully pinned the bells to her...
Do I pray too quick? Too long? Not enough words? Too many words? Is my heart in it? What is the correct way to pray? How much we labor in our prayer time has nothing to do with Labor Day. I just heard a pastor teach about this topic. And admittedly, a few of us...
Why do we let our emotions lead our path? When we do, we're let down. So, how do we find the direction God has for us? Sometimes I have the satisfaction of volunteering as a Spanish interpreter for events held by non-profit, Christian organizations. I slipped off my...
Why do we look behind and long for what we had yesterday to come back? We wish we could roll back time and go back to days where life was easier. Have you done that? God knows we all do at times. "Okay, here's another box full of VHS tapes," Jessica said. She's my...