A Timely Visit

Gathering on His ScheduleIn two previous posts I’ve written about our friend Steve’s visit and events leading up to that visit. As his time in our home drew to a close, my husband Rich’s daughter made plans to visit for the weekend. She expected to arrive on Friday. We were pleased, as we had hoped […]


Brothers in Arms

The Shield of ScriptureIn my last post I hinted at the spiritual warfare that our friend Steve faced as he prepared to visit us last week. I was circumspect because I had not yet discussed with Steve his wishes regarding my blog posts about him. This morning Steve and I spoke on the phone and […]


Seeing the Shining Light

Stirred, not ShakenHave you ever had the opportunity to spend time with someone whose gift of discernment is so finely tuned that within minutes of meeting someone, he can see that person’s heart and speak precisely to the individual’s needs? God works through people like this in ways that move us, inspire us, and strengthen […]


A Walk Through the Valley of the Shadow, Part Four

Saying Goodbye Behind the CurtainIn three previous posts (which you can find here, here, and here), I’ve written about God’s guidance, comfort and encouragement during my mother’s struggle with cancer. I’ve narrated in detail the events surrounding her diagnosis and the weeks that followed. And if you and I were sitting down for coffee together, […]


When God Sends an Invoice

“…And Give to God what Belongs to God.” from Matthew 22:21I’ve shared many tales demonstrating our awareness of God’s protection, His guidance, His comfort, and His encouragement. Sometimes we spot Him in a different way. Every now and then, He taps us on the shoulder and clears His throat, so to speak, to remind us […]