A man dies and meets St. Peter at the pearly gates. Peter tells him he has to get clearance before he's admitted. “What does that take?” the man asks. “You need at least 500 points to get in,” Peter tells him. “Well,” the man says, “I was a dedicated husband, father, and employee. I never … Continue reading Pearly Gates
I was listening to the Bible on my drive home Friday and when I heard this verse (John 8:14) I had to pull over for a moment. Jesus said, “for I know where I came from and where I am going.” He was answering the Pharisees who wanted more proof of who He was. But … Continue reading Another Wow moment
I have a stereo system with external speakers at my office. It reminds me of a boom box from the 1990's. I have the bass set to the highest level. It has a cassette player, CD player, and a USB port. Recently I was listening to the radio and this song came on. It absolutely … Continue reading Boom Box
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!
When I think about it, what God has called me to do so far has not made my head explode. Sure, there have been things that seem overwhelming and beyond my ability, but when I step out and obey, He always steps in and helps me accomplish it. Which is what I was thinking the … Continue reading You want me to do what?!
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
Way back in the last millennium, 1995 to be exact, I had the opportunity to go to Mexico for a month with the business and Spanish departments at my university. I had actually already graduated in May and this trip was scheduled for July. I signed up even though I did not need the credits. … Continue reading Mother tongue
Oh boy, are we going to have some fun in this post! It is about bartering, or trading goods or services without money changing hands. Say you've got some potatoes from your garden that I'd like to have, and I in turn, have a shovel that would work great in your garden. We agree on … Continue reading Barter
My dad was great. On this, the anniversary of his graduating into heaven, I was thinking about my Eternal Dad. I found this awhile back and saved it, but did not cite the source. It is really heart warming and lets me know how I am really and truly loved. My Dad loves me and … Continue reading Dad’s love
Taking the time to go deeper is proving to be life changing for me this year. On Easter, my best friend and I decided we would pick one Scripture verse a week and memorize it. In doing so, I have been meditating on each verse throughout the week and ask God to reveal what else … Continue reading Going Deeper
God Still Speaks 