As I worked through my Bible study this week, I was reminded of how important it is to periodically remember what the Lord has done for us throughout our lives. I refer to them as “mind markers.” In the Old Testament, when one of the patriarchs had a close encounter with Yahweh, they’d build an…
This week I trekked to Ft. Worth to visit the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit. The scrolls, found in caves near Qumran by the Dead Sea, date back some 2,250 years and include fragments of 300 biblical manuscripts representing every book in the Hebrew Bible. I think it’s interesting our holy shepherd allowed a simple Bedouin…
The other day I was out on a walk by my house. The scenery is always beautiful because next to a paved pathway we have a creek flowing behind our home. God always brings the usual creatures out for me to admire: squirrels scampering and birds chirping their sweet songs. On most walks I get…
Every year, my husband plays in a golf tournament featuring other NFL players and every year I dread it. While the tournament is well run and it’s fun to see all the former NFL greats, the event is held at a nearby casino. Smoke filled rooms. Mindless gambling. It’s not my favorite environment. I feel…
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. (NIV John 14:27) I’ve always woken my kids up, and then came 8th grade. Football practice starts at 7:30 sharp so at 6:15…