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.…

Hand Picked

Why Did God Choose You in Your Family? God’s Calling is understood by some parents and siblings. Being divinely chosen and set apart within one’s family for a specific spiritual purpose is a calling that is not about superiority but responsibility. A unique heavenly perspective is sustained by His grace. Our willingness to address difficult…

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…

Gifting Eternity

Who is the Giver of all life? Who takes away the sting of death? Who provides for your every need? Who sees everything and knows each motive? Who watches your every step, and listens to your every word? Who loves  you beyond all human capacity? Who forgives you? Jesus said: “Do not let your hearts…

Gratitude

Be dazzled by how much God loves you! Be stilled and stand in the glory of God. Remember how our Lord stepped into the pain, the grief, the hard days?  He remains with us in the valleys and through the wilderness. We arrive changed on the other side.  What was meant to harm us, our…