When we began to actively build the Pearls of Promise ministry a few months ago, we came up with the mission statement, “Finding God in the everyday.” After reflecting on that for a while, we realized that is not what Pearls of Promise is about. This ministry is about helping women to find freedom in…
I took a walk by myself this week and spent a lot of time admiring nature and listening to God. At one point, I asked the Lord to give me a new devotion idea for my blog. All I heard was “Cracks in the sidewalk.” “Cracks in the sidewalk?” What does that mean?…
My dog, Jewel, is always entertaining and provides a lot of writing material. Sometimes when I hold a meeting at my house, I put her outside because she has a bad habit of jumping on visitors looking for attention. Unfortunately, I don’t know what’s worse; Jewel’s annoying jumping, or the incessant scratching at the back…
A woman in my writers’ group is penning a book that contains heart wrenching stories about people who have been wronged by loved ones. Many would call the treatment unforgivable and it made me ask, “Is there any wrong that should not be forgiven?” My first thought is “yes.” How can you forgive someone who…
I love birthday celebrations! Over the weekend we celebrated a close friend’s 50th at a beautiful high tea and lunch. I admire this friend a great deal because she extends God’s love to everyone she meets. While most people are in a hurry nowadays and don’t have time to connect, my gregarious friend is intentional…