Written by Debbie Pennington
For some reason I couldn’t understand, I had become the object of their derision. A friend and I had decided on an afternoon golf excursion to enjoy a break in the stormy weather and get...
Written by Karen Meeker
I suppose everyone has a favorite section or book of the Bible. I have several, among them the writings of Luke. I decided to write him a letter to thank him for enriching my studies, especially...
Written by Tina Rupp
As our loving Father molds and shapes us on a daily basis into the exact vessel that He needs, what’s our responsibility? God uses pictures to illustrate what He is accomplishing in our...
Written by Debra Doss
Sometimes we carry heavy burdens that weigh us down, but Jesus says His burden is light. A few years ago we decided to fly to the Feast of Tabernacles site in Colorado with a group of friends....
Written by Rebekah Leyden
Our lives can be likened to a tender plant. What conditions do we need to have for optimum results? It’s that long-anticipated time for all who like to plunge both hands into the earth and...
Written by Susan Scott Smith
In any given day we probably witness someone who has hurt feelings over something someone said or did. As an elementary school teacher, I frequently have to deal with these emotions in my classroom....
Written by Gloria Carey
Some things are none of our business, but sometimes we need to get to know someone else’s business in order to really help and show we care. One day one of our neighbors said something that...
Written by Mary Lee Johnston
A close encounter gave me a memorable Memorial Day—and some spiritual reminders as well. I went down to the dock in the evening on Memorial Day as I often do before sunset. This time I...
Written by Susan Scott Smith
Think quickly—how many times did you use technology today? We are surrounded by a myriad of electronics that are intended to make our lives easier or more interesting. How are our gadgets...