Everyday conversations with Jesus
A gloomy room has a dark, dismal feeling to it. You don't feel joyful, and even the air feels heavy. If you struggle with depression, being in that room makes you feel worse. Maybe you've had some sad moments, or it could be your secret place where you go to cry alone. For many, it's... Continue Reading →
In Southern California, sometimes the power companies turn the power off for thousands of customers if so much as a leaf moves on a tree. Some areas are windier than others. But it seems that every area must have its turn without power if the lines are above ground. Thankfully there is a hill behind... Continue Reading →
Many devotional books teach a Christian nugget of truth, share a couple of scriptures and end with a prayer. These books are certainly beneficial. For instance, they are helpful for the young, growing Christian to have examples of how mature Christians pray and process truths found in the Bible. Training Wheels But I wonder when... Continue Reading →
Americans are stuck in a major blame game, refusing to take responsibility for their part in the nationwide mess. Blaming is counterproductive; nothing is really accomplished. What is productive is seeing that conflict is an opportunity to glorify God and serve others. But we often spend our precious time reading or watching the news media... Continue Reading →
Did I forget Something? Before my trip, I was busy with activity trying to do laundry and gather belongings to take with me. My husband usually distracts me with suggestions while I'm doing all this, but this time he was silent. He is learning to just let me do my thing. He knows that I... Continue Reading →
Vacations for our family have been our way of spending time with family who have moved away. Every once in a while we will take a 4 day trip up the coast to our favorite coastal town. But generally vacation time is family time. I enjoy this because I miss them so much. I'd rather... Continue Reading →
This is not a time of rejoicing in America nor is it a time of rejoicing around the world. Times are tough. We are going from Pandemic to Inflation. So much of the world is hurting. Sin and lies are abundant. Truth and righteousness seem scarce. This has left me a bit hopeless. That is... Continue Reading →
Housework automations make the household run smoothly. Yes our housework is largely automated because we use machines that basically do the work for us, like a washing machine. Our job though is to gather up the laundry and load the washing machine. When the washing machine is done, we need to unload the clean clothes... Continue Reading →
A Hawaiian vacation would have been so nice. I had planned to be there this very day. But it was cancelled because of Covid. We planned this vacation a year ago and saved all year long in hopes that just maybe it would be possible. But the condo there cancelled our reservations. This is just... Continue Reading →
This has been a volatile year. On every issue or crisis people are picking sides. Our country is divided, but sadly it's dividing our families as well. One family member thinks all these rules are helpful and another can't stand to hear one more imposed law. There is a verse in the Bible that reminds... Continue Reading →