Alley Family Roots

A Love Story in the Shadow of the Eifel Mountains, began in the small village of Shuen Ecken. In the heart of post-World War II Europe, an eager 19-year-old boy named Willis Earl Alley was the son of Vernon and Isa Mae. He was the middle child born into a tribe of 12 field workers.…

Thought Life

To examine our heart deeply, we are wise to ask, “Do I lead a life of devotion and obedience to God? Do I enjoy a mind occupied with God’s loving kindness? Do I walk in humble submission and confidence?” Behold Jesus stands at the door of our hearts and knocks. The audiobook by Henry Scougal …

Humble in Spirit

Proverbs 22:4 “The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life.” James 4:10 “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” 1 Peter 5:5 “Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for ‘God…

Influencers

The greatest Influencer is from the Ancient of Days. The Holy Spirit abides and thrives as we submit to listen and glisten in the light of His revelation. The living Word of God breathes life and hope into every earnest, seeking, hungry heart. The promised deposit of the Holy Spirit gratifies all empty desires. He…

What’s NEW?

Today is a brand new day, a fresh start, a new beginning! Step outside and take a picture with thanksgiving to capture what God shows you. Share His goodness, His faithfulness, His glory with others by simply SMILING for all that He has done! Each sunrise He reveals His glory with lush greens, new blossoms,…

Throne of Grace

It is our great privilege to approach the Throne of Grace and to humbly submit to King of kings. With our eyes reverently closed and head bowed, our daily audience with the King is welcomed. Scripture pleads us with an open invitation. On this day we choose to imagine Jesus smiling, and seated before us…

Yada Yada

The Hebrew word for know in the Old Testament is YADA — and it never simply means intellectual awareness. It carries the idea of  an intimate, private, experiential, deeply personal KNOWLEDGE. The same word is used when Scripture says God knew you before you were born. KNOW is used for the closest and most sacred…