The Secret Place
Seventy-nine days… Psalm 27:5 For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion, in the secret place of His tabernacle He shall hide me; He shall set me high upon a rock. (N.K.J.V.) This scripture caught my eye; most likely, because I have one of my notes next to it. It is dated Sunday, September 21, 1997 and says, “This day I...
Our First Loss
Eighty days... Today I’m sharing chapter three with you. Though it is short, it marks the beginning of a tumultuous fifteen-year journey. It also unlocks the floodgates of fear… (Chapter Three) Second Pregnancy When my son was seven months old, I discovered I was pregnant again. This was my one and only “accident.” I remember physically...
Praying for Those in the Path of the Hurricane
Praying for Those in the Path of the Hurricane Eighty-one days… I don’t know about you, but I’ve been addicted to The Weather Channel today. I almost feel as if my television is magnetic. I NEED to watch the latest updates. As I view the reports, I feel more and more drawn to pray with fervency for all the people in the path of Hurricane...
The Servant Heart of Phoebe
Eighty-two days... I am fortunate to know many people with servant hearts and attitudes. These are individuals who will do anything for someone else, especially when it involves ministry. However, I am privileged to know one person who impresses me far beyond words. There is absolutely no way to express how much this woman does for the...
The Seams of a Puzzle
Eighty-three days… I put together a jigsaw puzzle today. After the puzzle was finished, I stood admiring the pretty picture it made. Even though I could see little lines all through it from where each piece connected, I still considered it beautiful. Those tiny seams somehow reminded me it was worth the angst of figuring out how each piece...
Be a Barnabas
Eighty-four days... Tonight I was in a room full of women. We were enjoying each other’s company by laughing, participating in witty (sometimes sarcastic) conversation, and shopping for jewelry all at the same time. It was a great girl’s night. Most of us who were in that room are very strongly connected. We have history. We’re...
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All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable
for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness,
that the man of God may be complete,
thoroughly equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17





