Photo Credit I woke up with a start. Thunderous power reverberated through my frame. The heavens were alive with glory and light. I laid in bed listening to the voice of the Lord and contemplating His mystery. Many moons ago, He had awakened me unexpectedly from a dead slumber. My spirit came alive. He…
Photo Credit When you are deadlocked in a desert land, it’s hard to hold on to hope. Lift your eyes. Look beyond the barrenness. God’s voice shakes the desert. His justice dwells there. He creates springs of water that well up out of the sand. He transforms the wilderness into a fertile field. His…
Photo Credit Tonight, I remembered. I relived the sweet day that He heard my cry for mercy and pulled me up out of the mire. I rejoiced in sharing the miraculous story of my healing with a new friend. I recognized He’s provided a firm place for me to stand. I reminded myself that…
Photo Credit Just call me the Velveteen Rabbit. My hair hasn’t been “loved off,” but it’s turned a wise shade of gray. My eyes haven’t dropped off, but I can’t see much without donning my glasses. The ugly black tennis shoes I wear to help with heel pain might make you think I’m “loose…
Photo Credit A while back, my husband purchased VIP tickets for a concert. We sauntered right past the long line of peons in the general admission area and sat in the first row where we could count the number of hairs on the singer’s chin. We decided to skip the “meet and greet,” but had…
Photo Credit / quote by Darlene Zschech Weary Warrior, Keep your sword and shield close by, but step aside and rest for a spell. The battle is hard, but your Warrior God will give your fingers skill. Your Rock and Refuge will reach down from heaven and rescue you soon. As you wait, let…