Until recently, the words “unprecedented” and “pandemic” were not typically part of our everyday language. The terminology “gone viral” has assumed a much broader meaning than simply a popular social media post or YouTube video. … Read More
When Praise Replaces Fear
Recently, I received some fresh inspiration while reading Moses’ and Miriam’s song of deliverance, recorded in Exodus 15. The chapter heading in my Bible says, “Song of the Redeemed” because it celebrates their crossing the … Read More
2020 Focus
Periodically, I like to look through my prayer journal and celebrate God’s goodness and gracious provision in my life. This practice also provides a good opportunity to reflect on spiritual directives or insights into God’s … Read More
Home for the Holidays
A few years ago, we relocated my mother from a home several hundred miles away, where she had lived for more than 50 years. She made the transition very well to a small duplex near … Read More