I was driving home today, listening to this song, and doing a little thinking. You see, I grew up in a Baptist church. I went overseas as an IMB missionary. In my mind, December means Lottie Moon. And, the Great Commission means me. I first felt called to missions when I was about 10 years old, and I still do. So, when I listen to the words "To the ends of the earth I will ...
Faith
Notes from Nana: Advent Hope
I love Thanksgiving. The season, the holiday. And the fact of giving God praise all year. In all circumstances . Memorizing a verse, then seeking to live it gives deep meaning to God's Word in life. The writer of Hebrews tells us how: " Through Jesus let us continually offer to God the sacrifice of PRAISE..." Read it all in Hebrews 13:8, 15. Every season, every holiday, actually every DAY ...
Empty Shells
My family and I went for a walk yesterday through beautiful golden fields bathed in late afternoon sunlight. The weather was warm, a light breeze was blowing and we were breathing deep in the good things God has given us. Namely each other and his beautiful world. At one point we were scanning the ground for any late-fallen pecans and gathering a few here and there. I kept ...
What I’m taking away from Proverbs 31 today….
31 days. Wow. I’m as surprised as you that I’ve finished it. More so, actually. And, if that thought isn’t overwhelming enough today, we have to look at Proverbs 31, which might just be the most intimidating chapter of the Bible for moms like me. Because this woman rocked. Let me just remind you what God’s word says about her: “A wife of noble character who ...