Thank Yous From My Harvey Journey

I woke up Saturday morning and began to pray. All I could find myself saying was, "Thank you, God," over and over. Though tears almost hit my eyes a few times over this past week, I hadn't shed any yet over the events of Hurricane Harvey. I guess my mind had just gone into survival … Continue reading Thank Yous From My Harvey Journey →

Sunday Reflection: Enduring Peace After Harvey

So many are grieved and sorrowful by losses from Hurricane Harvey. In the midst of all this, let us be provoked to remember Jesus who has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows.

Poem: In the Midst of Harvey

We want to unburden, Our neighbors in need, But we may have to wait, Til the waters recede. On the news I see, People blessed to assist, Their opportunity for charity, They cannot resist. But I just sit here, Stuck in my abode, Longing to provide aid, To lift a friend's load. Trusting my Lord's … Continue reading Poem: In the Midst of Harvey →

God’s Love Seen

God's love is clearly seen through every helping hand, comforting hug, encouraging word, sacrificial action, and enduring spirit. This love is to know God for God is love! Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. The one who does not … Continue reading God’s Love Seen →

Poem: The Mask I Wear

You don't know what I feel, The emptiness, the despair, Because I have a smile, On the mask I wear. It's a way to endure, A way to be free, Of these moments of feelings, That aren't genuinely me. I play the upbeat music, I fake a disguising dance, Not because I want to, But … Continue reading Poem: The Mask I Wear →

Poem: Unyielded Anger

Unyielded anger lingers inside, Against wickedness committed. The perpetrator unrepentant, Nothing left but to stew. Bitterness, wrath, vengeance, Poisons the unsatisfied soul. Release it to God weary mind, Before you implode. ....do not let the sun go down on your wrath.... Ephesians‬ ‭4:26b ...."Vengeance is mine, I will repay," says the Lord. Romans 12:19b "....pray … Continue reading Poem: Unyielded Anger →

3 Weeks of Bliss, 2 Weeks of Reality

For those that suffer with fibromyalgia, there's a fine line between calling the good days a blessing or a curse.

Good to Overcome Evil

Why do the good suffer evil? Because sin is in the world, right? But, consider this too though; if the good did not suffer, how else would we see Christ's love working through the hands of those who use good to overcome evil? Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans‬ … Continue reading Good to Overcome Evil →

The Birds and the Lilies

When I hear the birds of the air, I hear them singing: "We are happy, We are fed, By the Father's hand, We get our bread." When I see the lilies of the field, I see them expressing: "We are beautiful, We are dressed, By the Father's hand, We are blessed." When I consider these … Continue reading The Birds and the Lilies →

Utilize Your Brethren

What a mockery to pray for help when you refuse to utilize the brethren God has put around you! No, they may not be able to resolve your exact problem or give you the answers that you want to hear, but they can be there to provide prayer, wisdom, encouragement, and support in bearing these … Continue reading Utilize Your Brethren →