“But the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear Him, and His righteousness to children’s children....” (Psalm 103:17) British history, regalia, pomp, symbolism, and the future of the monarchy all collided in the stately funeral ceremonies for Queen Elizabeth II, paying respects at the farewell of her extraordinary reign and ushering in... Continue Reading →

“You have hedged me behind and before, and laid Your hand upon me.” (Psalm 139:5) This verse above showed up in a presentation my husband and I attended over the weekend, on the current state of mental health in the United States. The statistics are grim. In a survey of college students, anxiety is on the rise—with... Continue Reading →

“The woman then left her waterpot, went her way into the city, and said to the men, “Come, see a Man who told me all things that I ever did. Could this be the Christ?”” (John 4:28-29) About two decades ago, I broke my husband’s beautiful pitcher...shattered in a million pieces of cobalt-blue shards. And, I smacked... Continue Reading →

“I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture.” (John 10:9) A popular American television game show from decades ago, “Let’s Make a Deal,” has been rebooted for current viewing. As with the original version, contestants show up in outlandish costumes to compete... Continue Reading →

“You shall have a song as in the night when a holy festival is kept, and gladness of heart as when one goes with a flute, to come into the mountain of the Lord, to the Mighty One of Israel.” (Isaiah 20:39) Did you know that playing music could possibly make you smarter? I’m not talking about plugging in... Continue Reading →

“...A thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure.” (2 Corinthians 12:7) In my younger years, I battled a hidden disability...endometriosis. It was horrible and embarrassing, far too personal to share. I hesitate to call it a “disability” because it was sporadic. But I could count on... Continue Reading →

“And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; for You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You.” (Psalm 9:10) I leaned over the tiny platform...not a good idea for an acrophobic (someone afraid of heights). We were atop a rocky cliff, with a sheer drop-off to a bunch of treetops way down below. ... Continue Reading →

“When you lie down, you will not be afraid; yes, you will lie down and your sleep will be sweet.” (Proverbs 3:24) I need sleep. I bet you do, too. Did I guess right?  Actually, we all need sleep...and we don’t seem to get enough of it anymore.  There was a time, before light pollution from urbanization,... Continue Reading →

“But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified.” (1 Corinthians 9:27) I have never been a true athlete. In fact, I'm quite inept at any sport involving a ball...which pretty much covers the sports spectrum. For me to talk about exercise is truly laughable.  But it’s... Continue Reading →

“And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content.” (1 Timothy 6:8) My brother David once quipped that keeping weight down is like holding a basketball under water...the minute you let go, whoosh! Up it rockets.  That applies directly to me, and maybe you can relate.  I have the metabolism of a snake—I can eat... Continue Reading →