She was once discarded, sitting quietly at the curb, waiting for her story to end. I asked if I could have her, and before long, she found herself in a new home.For a season, she served as little more than a catch-all—a place where odds and ends gathered without much purpose. But in time, her … Continue reading The Little Black Desk
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A Child’s Heart
On this day, she experienced fresh air, the love of family, laughter, worship, and good music at JFest. The dirt on her cheek was evidence of a day well spent in God's creation, soaking up the sunshine and making memories. What she doesn't fully understand yet is that something even greater is taking place—that she … Continue reading A Child’s Heart
The Ministry of the Trenches
Once again, sleep evades me. My mind works overtime, keeping pace with the steady, rhythmic whir of the fan beside my bed. My eyes are heavy, my body aches with exhaustion, yet my thoughts are consumed by the sheer number of people who are desperately struggling right now.The trials they are enduring are staggering. They … Continue reading The Ministry of the Trenches
It Matters
While every life is important, some people touch your heart in a deeper way than others. They have a bigger impact and they may not even realize it.You may not even know the person that well, but God does.God uses people to encourage and lift others.He uses them to be an example of how our … Continue reading It Matters
IN THE QUIET
Some days your heart just aches.Some days you just wonder why.Some days you have a sense of sadnes you just can't explain.Some days are just hard and you don't know why but you keep smiling and you keep moving. IN THE QUIET Quietly I struggle,I need to hear Your voice.My mind so full of clutter,to … Continue reading IN THE QUIET
Grateful
My eyes opened from sleep,Sounds of You fill my head.A smile forms on my lips,in gratitude to wake again. As my family slumbers,my feet now pad the floor.In the silence of the morning,I feel Your presence more. The coffee is now brewing,the birds sing through the rain.So thankful that You woke me,Your effort not in … Continue reading Grateful
TODAY
Today the sun shines.Today the Lord saw fit to wake me.Today I have another opportunity to ... see the smile on a child's face.tell my family I love them.hug someone who needs it.the list is endless.Today I can make a difference. Today I can show forgiveness, mercy and grace.Today I can let my light shine.Today … Continue reading TODAY
Strength in Him
I wake up in the morning, to more devastating news. Another friend has fallen ill, I know not what to do. I lift him up to You oh Lord, to exercise Your will. Comfort those who care for him, let their hearts be filled. So difficult for us to wait, the outcome is unknown. We … Continue reading Strength in Him
Finding God in the Little Things 