“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:41 (NIV) I am an unapologetic neat freak, so messes really bother me. When I worked from home, every morning … Continue reading Mary, Martha and Messes
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Pop and Prejudice – A Lenten Tale
If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best from the land. Isaiah 1:19 I had lunch with a friend prior to Lent last year and she mentioned that she had not eaten chocolate in three weeks. This shocked me, because among other things such as her love for God and knowledge of … Continue reading Pop and Prejudice – A Lenten Tale
Night Awakenings
I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me. Psalm 3:5 (NIV) When my son was a toddler he loved to get out of his bed and crawl into ours in the middle of the night. I loved that! I know all the experts say that we should have carried him … Continue reading Night Awakenings
Planes, Planes and Paper Cranes
“A patient man has great understanding.” Proverbs 14:29 (NIV) This past week we travelled by plane from Florida to Chicago for my uncle’s funeral, which is why I didn't post last Monday. While the flight there was uneventful, the last flight back after our week of funeral and family experiences created an indelible memory. On … Continue reading Planes, Planes and Paper Cranes