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Each post is rooted in Scripture and shared from the heart, with the hope that these words will draw you closer to Christ and strengthen your walk with Him.
If I have counted correctly, this is my 400th blog post since I first began on October 4th, 2022. Writing has always been a joy to me (I know, I’m a little weird). Even in school, term papers were always something I relished. If I could write a paper instead of taking a test, I…
We’ve all had situations where we wonder, “Why do bad things happen to good people?” First, there are no “good” people. Romans 3:23 makes it clear that “…all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (NIV84). The only “good” in our lives is because of the blood of Jesus that washes us…
“My life is out of control!” How many times have you said those words or at least thought them? I’ve had many of those days throughout my life, and even now, being retired is not without its challenges. There are always the routines of life, such as doing laundry, cleaning house, and putting food on…
Don’t misunderstand me. I love Mothers and think they are more than worthy of a special day of celebration and praise. I was blessed with a devoted Mom who not only raised two kids but also helped raise her grandkids. I cherish her memory. So, what do I hate about Mother’s Day? I hate the…
After Sarai gave her maidservant, Hagar, to her husband, Abraham, to help God fulfill His promise of an heir, Hagar became pregnant. That pregnancy created tension between Sarai and Hagar, and even though Sarai was the instigator, she focused her anger and jealousy on Hagar. Ultimately, Hagar ran from her mistress and ended up in…
We often talk about our faith, the trust we have in our God and Savior. We remember the faith of those who have gone before us and those who have instilled that same faith in us. Faith and faithfulness are key attributes of our life in Christ. However, we sometimes overlook our Father’s faithfulness. We…
Last weekend, I attended a Prayer Conference, and today I would like to share some of the things that I learned. I hope this message will help each of us to have a more vibrant and powerful prayer life.
As some people claimed that the Apostles were drunk, Peter stood up, representing the other eleven. All thoughts of his denial and desertion were long gone. He was now ready to assume a position of leadership. The “old” Peter would probably have argued with the hecklers or even challenged them with a sword. The “new”…
After the Holy Spirit came upon the Disciples, they “began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them” (Acts 2:4b NIV84). The people who heard them were Jews from various parts of the then-known world, and as they listened, they were both “bewildered” and “amazed”. They knew the Disciples were Galileans, largely uneducated,…
Jesus’ followers remained in Jerusalem until the Day of Pentecost, ten days after His ascension. On that day, “suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting” (Acts 2:2 NIV84). Immediately, they were filled with the Holy Spirit, just as Jesus had…
After Jesus ascended into heaven, the Disciples returned to Jerusalem. Jesus had told them to wait there until they received the gift of the Holy Spirit, which He had promised to them. They had no idea how long they would have to wait. He had given them a mission to spread the Good News, but…
Passion Week was a week of celebration, followed by turmoil, uncertainty, and profound grief for those who followed Jesus. Thankfully, a celebration like none before or after began the new week, as the resurrected Christ made Himself known to the world. During the forty days following His resurrection, Jesus appeared to Mary Magdalene and the…
After the Resurrected Christ revealed Himself to His disciples, His mission continued. He had come to reconcile the world to Himself, but His death and resurrection were only the first steps. The world still had to be told the Good News! Jesus purposely extended His stay on this earth to prepare His disciples for their…
We woke up this Easter morning to learn that one of our brave servicemen had been rescued from behind enemy lines. Some are calling it the greatest military rescue of all time. Others referred to it as an Easter miracle. While I rejoice and give thanks that this serviceman has been rescued, I can’t let…
As the hours passed that Sunday in Jerusalem, doubts and anguish continued. Most of the Apostles hovered together in a locked room because they feared further repercussions from the Jews (John 20:19). Then, as evening closed in, everything changed! First, two of Jesus’ followers came to report an encounter with Jesus on the road to…
Musings from My Sun Porch 