When you are not feeling joyful, He draws you near.

Is it difficult in seasons of our most challenging trials to be joyful?

How do we find God? Often we do not seek Him when we need Him the most. We might become afraid or angry instead of asking Him for help. We may not talk to Him when things are going well but only cry out when we are desperate. But we are to be in aContinue reading “Looking for God…”

As for me, I said, “O Lord, be gracious to me; heal me, for I have sinned against you!” Psalm 41:4 I am the runaway, the one who knew better than my parents, the one who went to church and forsake all I heard, the one who looked for something to believe in through earthly pleasures,Continue reading “Come Home”

But Jesus called them to him, saying, “Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.” Luke 18:16 When we read this Scripture about how Jesus wanted the smallest most innocent humans to come to Him we tend to think He meant only the littleContinue reading “Helping with Family Struggles”

“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land,” 2 Chronicles 7:14. The news, whether local, national, or world news, is disheartening. Violent crime, tragedies, economicContinue reading “Celebrating Our Country”

We love because he first loved us 1 John 4:19 Things have been pretty crazy lately, in my life and in the world in general. There have been many personal challenges and deadlines I need to meet. Health issues, work issues, issues, issues, issues. When we feel like all the balls we must juggle areContinue reading “Love”

Had enough winter? For behold, the winter is past; the rain is over and gone. The flowers appear on the earth, the time of singing has come, and the voice of the turtledove is heard in our land. Song of Solomon 2:11-12 The verse and the picture depict spring. Ahh… Just the thought of it!Continue reading “Faith Moments”

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 In full disclosure, please allow me to tell you about my reflections on recent events. You may not know that my own dad earned three purple heartsContinue reading “When Things Aren’t Right”

My husband and I attend church on the island near our home. At last, we are attending church in person once again! It is such a gift to gather with other Christians for praise and worship. During the service, it is customary to offer prayers together for those who are sick or suffering as wellContinue reading “Finishing Strong”