That Moment

Remembering stirs up emotions of joy with an exceeding gladness that wells up from the deep. That moment when a fresh wind blew throughout a troubled soul. In an instant, Hope replaced emptiness, and purpose was born. The miracle of transformation occured. Oh Lord, thank You for returning unto me the joy of my salvation.…

Possibilities

We look at our life, health and circumstance and think to ourselves “how did I end up here?” We have the freedom, along the way to choose what we focus on. When we take our mind off the problem, and immerse our mind in God’s word, hope returns. “With God all things are possible. ”…

Blessed by Bella

The Potter, the Maker, the Creator, of all things is Jehovah our God. He is the Maker, who makes all things happen. It was no coincidence that a Jewish woman named Bella offered me a seat at her table at the Dallas airport. With delight I said thank you for allowing me to share your…

Whispers

We all have heard his tempting whispers. He may tell us we aren’t good enough, not quite smart enough. The enticer, the enemy may tickle your ear with the lie that you are not worthy. That same Deceiver whispered in the ear of king Herod that a baby would steal his power and throne. He…

Quilted Quiet

Under the blankets we snuggle and drift off to sleep in the quiet. My grandma Isa Mae Jenkins used a peddle Singer Sewing machine to make hundreds of quilts over the years. We each received heirloom quilts which featured flannel patches of the pajamas she created for us. My sister Mary got that gene as…

Soul Rest

Most people consider that they only get rest when they sleep, but our mind is busy even while we snore. Dreams are made of thoughts that are tucked in filing cabinets within our mind. To give our souls a rest, we not only cease working, planning, or worrying, but what is essential for soul rest…

Margin Notes

A Saint Patrick’s day lyric written by a man named Mr. Green. At midnight a letter to the Lord was written, the composer did not know where to mail it, so he tucked it in his Bible. He sweetly whispered to have baby skin replace the callosed skin of his heart. Oh how this world…