Lent is a 40-day period of prayer and fasting, from Feb 18 to Apr 2, 2026 The 40 days of Lent echoes the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert and enduring temptation by Satan, according to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, before beginning his public ministry. Fasting is the act of … Continue reading Lent 2026
I am wishing all of you a great start to the New Year! Here is a fantastic conversation to kick it off right! God says, "I have called you by name and you are mine, because you are precious to me. You are honored and I love you. You have been chosen to know Me, … Continue reading Off to a great start!
This is the next in the Advent 2025 series I am doing with my fellow bloggers. This week my focus is on Jesus the Redeemer. Because we were in need of one, and He came to earth to fulfill that role for us. This references the salvation he accomplished, and is based on the metaphor … Continue reading Advent 2025 #3
I find it soothing to use my 94 box of crayons and color pictures. It is restful to me to sit quietly and make art the old fashioned way. I remember when my son was little and we got him his first box of Crayons, you know, the 8 pack ones that are fat for … Continue reading Primary Colors
One day it just struck me and I was on a mission. I live in a city designated as a Tree City. We have loads of trees lining the streets. We have a lot of trees on on ranch too. And right now the leaves are full and green. I had an urge to see … Continue reading Vast
Some days it just feels like the walls are closing in. I know that's my cue to shift my focus. I go to the Word and see what God has to say. The first two spoke to my heart and gave me peace. “Those who trust God's action in them find that God's Spirit is … Continue reading Wide open spaces
Friday, my best friend and I had our favorite, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in my office. I set up the card table, put out the place mats, put out all the fixin's and we were set. Another beautiful friend, (thanks Linda!) provided the homemade raspberry jam. Little chocolates were available for dessert. Now we … Continue reading PB & J’s in heaven
AAA estimates that over 119 million Americans will be traveling for Christmas this year. So this post will be direct and to the point as you who are traveling, are busy checking your bags, standing in line, or driving. My hope is in Jesus, because He sees Himself in me. (Charles Stanley) How grateful I … Continue reading Christmas travel
A friend recently asked how he could specifically pray for me. I replied that I really want to practice remaining the the presence of God more and more throughout my day. He responded with this, and so I am sharing it with you because he gave me permission. Here is the link to his blog … Continue reading Beholding
Sometimes you are privileged to witness someone being a shining example of something so raw and magnificent it just brings you to tears. That happened to me recently. I was at church on a Tuesday morning for corporate prayer. One woman started praising and speaking out her love for how wonderful God was and how … Continue reading Shining example
God Still Speaks 